How do you earn a master’s degree in philanthropic studies? There’s the obvious. You learn about the school, you apply, you’re accepted, you enroll, you take classes and an internship, you graduate. Simple enough, right? Maybe. But what do you really learn? Well, I can show you my journey as an example. It will hopefully… Read more »
How are different organizations in the nine charitable subsectors responding to the COVID-19 pandemic? How are Lilly Family School of Philanthropy alumni responding? We asked alumni in all nine of the subsectors to discuss how they and their organizations are serving the community and providing for the greater good. Religion Dr. Winterbourne Harrison-Jones, M.A.’16, senior… Read more »
Online education is rapidly growing, and you can now earn a graduate certificate or master’s degree in philanthropic studies online. But why do so? We asked some of our graduate students and alumni to share their thoughts about why they enrolled in an online program, and how it’s benefited them. A flexible schedule makes… Read more »
By Christine Baldwin On December 5, 2019, Dr. Rob Reich led a conversation about the role of philanthropy in a democracy. Dr. Reich is a professor of political science and philosophy at Stanford University. He recently authored the book, Just Giving: Why Philanthropy is Failing Democracy and How it Can Do Better. Dr. Reich provided… Read more »
For The Patterson Foundation (TPF), a fully endowed charitable foundation in Sarasota, Florida, a strong commitment to bringing people, organizations, and communities together illustrates how the foundation hopes to create impact. This commitment didn’t spring out of just anywhere, though. It was carefully developed and nurtured by President and CEO Debra Jacobs when she first… Read more »