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Private Philanthropy and Public Education in the U.S.

Traditionally, in the United States, public education has been shaped by tax dollars and the communities that pay them. In recent decades, however, that has changed. New theories of education and influential universities have started to dominate the conversation about...

The Pros and Cons of Combining Marketing with Philanthropy

Most businesses have heard that charitable giving and volunteer work should be used in their marketing plans in order to generate more returns. There is truth to this sentiment, but also pitfalls companies need to seriously consider before becoming involved in...

Hollywood’s Top Charities of 2019

Hollywood’s Top Charities of 2019

While the glamour of Hollywood may not seem like the most ideal environment for fostering a charitable mindset or organization to outsiders, there are actually a number of highly beneficial charities started or supported by celebrities that tackle many modern-day...

How Corporate Giving Improves Brand Loyalty

How Corporate Giving Improves Brand Loyalty

If the past few years has taught us anything, it’s that people and businesses are being held to higher moral standards these days. The political goings-on of the twenty-teens has provided fertile ground for consumers to make their thoughts known on things like...

Accelerating Your Career Through Philanthropy

Climbing the corporate ladder can be a lengthy process. Just getting the experience companies are looking for is a challenge for people without connections. This is where the practice of philanthropy can come in handy, as there are a few ways working with a nonprofit...

Charity: Water’s Plans for Charitable Success

Since 2006, Charity: Water has raised more than $375 million to provide clean water to more than 10 million of earth's citizens. By 2025, they hope to achieve the hugely ambitious goal of raising $1 billion to provide clean water access to another 25 million people....

Philanthropy Spotlight: Robert F. Smith

Robert F. Smith is just one of the founders responsible for forming Visa Equity Partners, which is a private equity firm that focuses on SaaS technology. His estimated $5 billion net worth ranks him as the wealthiest African-American in the country. While this is an...

Biggest Mistakes Made by New Philanthropists (Pt. 2)

Philanthropy, as discussed before, is an admirable pursuit in making a difference for the benefit of others. Those with little to experience in this field, however, could find it more challenging than previously thought, and often find themselves making detrimental...

Biggest Mistakes Made by New Philanthropists (Pt. 1)

Philanthropy is a noble pursuit, regardless of your experience with it. If you are new to charitable activity, your fresh ambition can be a huge motivating factor as you work towards your cause or initiative of choice, and this may serve your vision well -- after all,...

Trends in Philanthropy: 2018

Though the basic fundamentals and principles of philanthropy have endured for countless years, the structure and execution of giving back has changed as new trends arise. In the context of 2018, the philanthropic community is set to experience -- and has already...