IF Hummingbird Foundation
Jill Iscol, founder and President of the IF Hummingbird Foundation, makes the important and accurate claim that a commitment to philanthropy begins at home. This is why it came to no surprise to Mrs. Iscol that the United States ranks first in the world when it comes...
Tim Cook to Donate His Fortune
The biggest news in philanthropy over the last couple weeks is how the CEO of Apple, Tim Cook will be donating his entire fortune to philanthropic causes. His only stipulation is that he will be holding on his donation until he can pay for his nephews college...
Trends in Philanthropy
Philanthropy is growing worldwide. That is a trend that all can see, but what many cannot see are the microtrends within philanthropy that will be taking over this next year! It is going to be a great year of giving and these are the trends to look for when it comes...
Philanthropy, No Money Necessary
Philanthropy has been gaining ground in our society and a trend of giving back no matter your financial health is a new addition to the philanthropic movement. Who says you need to be rich to be a philanthropist? We can all contribute to the trend of giving no matter...
Givers to watch in 2015: Finance Industry
The financial industry has seen its ups and down over the years, but with a recent uptick in market health top financial specialists have some extra money in their pockets. Couple this with a recent trend in giving and you are staring at some very generous people who...
Giving Tuesday
It is Giving Tuesday and everyone know that it is an enormous day for charity enthusiasts and philanthropists alike. While the last few days have been about buying today is a day rooted in giving. The movement will receive an extra boost for awareness this year...
The Giving Pledge Highlight: David Rubenstein
David Rubenstein has a hefty $3.1 billion fortune thanks to his financial success in the world of private equity. He started the Carlyle Group -- which is one of the largest private equity firms in the world -- and is now known for his financial insights and business...
Charity For Gamers
Children are meant to be able to exert their energy in constant activity. The average child can never sit still, has a short attention span and needs constant cognitive stimulation. For those who are sick in hospital beds, this becomes very difficult for them. Being...
Intersection of Business and Good Nature
Toms Shoes was a bold step in the right direction as far as for-profit companies coupling with a philanthropic alter-ego. The adoption of the buy one, donate one business plan has sparked a movement in consumers fashion choices as of late. It also provides a piece of...
Philanthropic trend is gaining momentum among billionaires
According to an online article: The United States of America has 492 billionaires, the world has 1,645, and the average net worth between them is $4.7 billion. Among these elite monetary giants is a trend of giving back, spearheaded by Bill and Melinda Gates, as...