What is the role of philanthropy during the novel coronavirus pandemic? Dr. Una Osili highlights how philanthropy can play a role in supporting communities, organizations, and individuals during this time. Bill Stanczykiewicz (BS): What is the role of philanthropy during times of health and economic crises? Well, that role is quite robust. I’m Bill Stanczykiewicz, and this the… Read more »
By Kidist Yasin Second-year doctoral student, Lilly Family School of Philanthropy Born and raised in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, I have firsthand experience on what philanthropy can do in an African country that is poor, yet has a strong culture of interdependence. Giving food and money to beggars who stay near people’s houses or sit around… Read more »
The COVID-19 virus has killed over 70,000 people worldwide, and has infected more than 1.2 million individuals. This global health crisis has forced billions of people around the world into their homes, slowed down economies, and altered society and community. Recognizing the destructive path that this virus has taken, Pamala Wiepking, Ph.D., Visiting Stead Family… Read more »
The Lilly Family School of Philanthropy and The Patterson Foundation partnered on “The Future of the Philanthropic Sector,” a special topics course for the school’s students during the spring 2020 semester. The course has connected students to The Patterson Foundation’s innovative approach to philanthropy and nonprofits in the Sarasota area engaged in the Foundation’s initiatives… Read more »
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 »