• Academic / Journal Article

The Diversity Imperative: The Effects of Local Economic Structure and Social Capital on Local Philanthropy

  • Source : Springer
  • 1 January 1970
This article examines the intricate relationships between local economies, social capital, and local philanthropy, specifically exploring how diverse local economic structures moderate the effect of social capital on philanthropic activities. Using quantitative analysis across 3,036 US counties, the findings suggest that economic diversity significantly influences a community's capacity to mobilize collective resources for both elite and social welfare-oriented philanthropy. The research highlights critical policy implications for local policymakers and community leaders regarding diversifying economic resources to enhance local philanthropic engagement and address community demands.
  • Academic / Journal Article

The complexity of diversity and importance for equitable philanthropy

  • Source : Wiley Online Library
  • 1 January 1970
This article unpacks how equity-centered philanthropy must embrace the complexity of diversity. It provides recommendations for moving beyond tokenism and towards truly inclusive funding practices that account for intersectionality and systemic inequities. The authors emphasize the need for philanthropic organizations to deeply understand the multifaceted nature of diversity, including race, gender, class, and other intersecting identities. It advocates for strategies that dismantle power imbalances and promote genuine equity in resource allocation, ensuring that philanthropic efforts contribute to systemic change rather than superficial inclusion.
  • Paper / Report

The Bridgespan Group Publishes New Research Highlighting Funding Practices to Build a Stronger NGO Sector in India

  • Source : Bridgespan
  • 1 January 1970
This Bridgespan report identifies high-impact funding practices crucial for strengthening the capacity and ensuring the long-term sustainability of NGOs in India. It emphasizes the importance of flexible funding, multi-year commitments, and strategic investments in organizational development, advocating for a shift beyond traditional program-based grants. The report outlines four key steps for building strong and resilient NGOs, addressing common challenges such as underfunding of indirect costs and the disproportionate impact on DBA-led and rural organizations. It serves as a roadmap for funders aiming to enhance the overall effectiveness of the Indian NGO sector.
  • Media Article

Tech sector giving is transforming philanthropy

  • Source : Oxford Analytica
  • 1 January 1970
This commentary highlights a paradigm shift in philanthropic practices, increasingly driven by technology companies and entrepreneurs. It emphasizes the adoption of direct action models, data-driven approaches, and a disruptor mindset that challenges the traditional, often slower, institutional frameworks of philanthropy. The article notes the rise of "megaphilanthropy" due to the immense sums involved, paralleling 19th-century industrialists. It discusses how tech sector giving is moving beyond equipment donations towards "digital transformations" and reflects varying national characteristics in philanthropic priorities, urging tech leaders to address social ills influenced by their businesses.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Social Entrepreneurship and Entrepreneurial Philanthropy: Their Contribution to a 'What Works' System in the Homelessness Field

  • Source : European Journal of Homelessness
  • 1 January 1970
This article explores how social entrepreneurship and entrepreneurial philanthropy in Europe contribute to evidence-based solutions for homelessness. Through case comparisons, it demonstrates that hybrid approaches, integrating market strategies with grant funding, produce replicable models. The success of these models, however, depends on shared learning systems and trust between foundations and practitioners. The author emphasizes the need for adaptive evaluation frameworks to identify effective interventions and scale them for greater impact in the homelessness sector.
  • Paper / Report

Moving from Intention to Impact: Funding Racial Equity to Win

  • Source : PolicyLink
  • 1 January 1970
This joint PolicyLink-Bridgespan study analyzes the state of funding for racial equity, highlighting critical concerns for funders aiming for transformative change. It notes insufficient funding for historically undercapitalized organizations, predominantly led by people of color and focused on systems change. The report emphasizes that accountability in racial equity work requires rigorous, transparent reporting. Funders are urged to trust and prioritize the needs articulated by movement leaders to direct resources effectively towards initiatives addressing root causes of inequity, ensuring enduring impact beyond temporary responses.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Looking Back on Philanthropy in a Pandemic Foundation Colleagues Share Common Perspectives from Across the Pond

  • Source : Springer
  • 1 January 1970
This paper investigates the role of philanthropy within local welfare systems, particularly in relation to short-term innovations. It highlights the potential risks associated with temporary philanthropic interventions that may not lead to sustainable or inclusive social change. The author argues for a more strategic and long-term approach to philanthropic engagement, emphasizing the importance of fostering permanent and inclusive social transformation rather than merely addressing immediate needs. The study explores how philanthropy can better contribute to robust and equitable welfare systems.
  • Paper / Report

Leaders Matter – July-August 2021 – Building Leaders Across an Entire Community

  • Source : Bridgespan
  • 1 January 1970
This Bridgespan newsletter highlights the importance of leadership development in driving community-wide social change. It emphasizes that achieving large-scale, enduring impact requires collective and coordinated efforts, often facilitated by "nerve center" organizations or leaders. The piece likely explores strategies for funders to support systems-change leaders by upending traditional power dynamics and building trusting relationships. It argues for the critical role of strong leadership in field building, movement building, and systems change initiatives for broad societal benefit.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Islamic philanthropy development model based on management of waqf treasure improvement on the mosques of the Northern Seaboard of Java

  • Source : Atlantis Press
  • 1 January 1970
This study proposes an Islamic philanthropy development model focused on improving waqf treasure management in mosques along Java’s Northern Seaboard. It highlights that waqf, despite being a significant economic asset for balanced prosperity distribution, faces many constraints in practice. The research examines the dynamics of waqf institutions in grand mosques, focusing on management forms by nazhirs. It aims to develop a model that addresses these challenges, emphasizing effective management systems and governance to empower waqf assets for productive use and broader community welfare.
  • Book

Internet Philanthropy as China's 'Digital Solution'to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development: Policies, Practices, Politics and Critique

  • Source : SpringerLink
  • 1 January 1970
This chapter investigates China's rise in digital philanthropy as a strategic tool to support the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. It outlines key policies enabling online giving, highlights corporate-led initiatives such as Tencent's 99 Giving Day, and evaluates case studies like the Free Lunch for Children project. The authors analyze how state support, private sector innovation, and civic participation converge to build digital infrastructure for giving. However, they also critique the limitations of techno-solutionism, lack of transparency, and potential government overreach. The chapter offers a nuanced view of China’s philanthropic model and its implications for governance and global development.
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