1 PM We went back into breakout rooms to talk more about technology, gender, and giving. I left feeling overall inspired by the work people are doing, even though we’re facing challenges to “move online.” Want to learn more about these topics? Check out https://wpisymp.iupui.edu/. 12:50 PM Back in the main room – Sager mentioned… Read more »
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Driving social giving during a time of social distancing
This post was contributed by OneCause, a member of the Philanthropy Industry Exchange. By: Karrie Wozniak, SVP of Marketing, OneCause The power of social connections and peer influence has greatly impacted the landscape of nonprofit fundraising. Not only are many of today’s donors first introduced to a cause through a friend, family member, or colleague,… Read more »
Women Give 2020: Giving in the Digital Age
Recently, the Women’s Philanthropy Institute (WPI) released Women Give 2020 – New Forms of Giving in the Digital Age: Powered by Technology, Creating Community. The report, published during a time when most social interactions take place in front of a screen, shows broad gender differences in how women and men use the Internet and social… Read more »
COVID-19, philanthropy, public policy, and research on giving
In January 2020, early indicators pointed to growth in charitable giving in the United States in 2020. The economy was strong, the stock market was performing well, and unemployment was at record-low levels. While the economy isn’t the only predictor or motivation for charitable giving, research shows that people who feel financially and economically secure… Read more »
Engaging women as donors
As we near the conclusion of March and Women History’s Month, we thought we’d honor the philanthropic traditions of women throughout history and debunk the myth that women are less philanthropic than men. Women have played a prominent role in giving their time, treasure, talent, and testimony in U.S. history. There are countless women who… Read more »