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 »
Meet Heather O’Connor, the recipient of the 2020 Women’s Philanthropy Institute’s Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship. O’Connor is a former fundraiser and CFRE with 20 years of experience in health, education, and social service nonprofits. She is a Ph.D. candidate at the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, and researches women’s charitable giving, philanthropic decision-making processes,… Read more »
We are offering a series of one-credit courses during the upcoming winter session on a variety of topics led by prominent practitioners in their fields. We’ll be looking at each of these new courses in further detail over the coming days, including this one on Contemporary American Jewish Philanthropy. By Hanna Shaul Bar Nissim, Ph.D…. Read more »
Richard Klopp, Ph.D.’15, works across continents to strengthen small- to medium-sized nonprofit organizations by leading change management practices. He currently serves as the chief people officer for Water for Good, the Central African Republic’s first ever locally-owned and operated water drilling business. Learn more about him and his background, knowledge, and experiences, and what led… Read more »
In our final post about philanthropy in America, Dr. Matthew Ehlman shows that philanthropy is not only found in urban environments, but it also plays an important role in rural America. Where government and business have left, philanthropy has stepped in. According to The Bridgespan Group, rural areas between 1994 and 2001 received between $401… Read more »