Collaboration between the government and the philanthropic sector as well as the introduction of innovative tools and strategies continued to enhance the philanthropic landscape in Singapore and South Korea during the COVID-19 pandemic. Philanthropic organizations in Singapore and South Korea have different philanthropic environments. In Singapore, the highly favorable environment (at an overall score of… Read more »
Global Philanthropy
Donor Advised Funds: data key to understanding this important giving mechanism
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By Anna Pruitt and Jon Bergdoll Far from being mysterious, DAF grants follow clear patterns associated with high-net-worth donors. In the United States, the giving vehicles known as donor-advised funds (DAFs) have garnered an enormous amount of attention in recent years due to their rapid growth across every category, from asset value to number of accounts to… Read more »
Lin-Manuel Miranda’s message to philanthropy: Immigrant strivers need support, too
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Broadway superstar Lin-Manuel Miranda and his family this month announced $225,000 in grants to eight groups that help immigrants. Those donations marked a departure from his usual giving, which has chiefly focused on the arts. But they also reflected the central theme depicted in his new movie, In the Heights, about an immigrant neighborhood in… Read more »
Case studies as a learning tool in philanthropy
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By Pat Danahey Janin “Aha” moments are essential in learning. They represent a moment when sudden understanding occurs and important connections become clear. As an instructor I strive to foster those “aha” moments in learners who seek to develop their skills and analytical abilities. Visual supports, case studies, storytelling and thoughtful dialogue contribute to “aha”… Read more »
Closing a nonprofit well takes hard work and grace
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By Tifany Boyles, M.A.’15 In the social sector, many nonprofit founders are filled with hope, vision, and determination when starting their organization. But what happens when all the signs point to closing? Sometimes, fighting for positive social change is ours to do. Other times, our nonprofit organization’s unique way of solving a problem has a… Read more »