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How Philanthropists Are Responding To COVID19
Most people might not associate philanthropy with the novel coronavirus known as COVID-19. However, the virus and its impact, have taxed systems and organizations that assist citizens. Now, perhaps more than ever, those who are in a position to donate can spread their...
Lessons Learned From 2019’s Nobel Prize
For anyone in search of inspiration and wisdom, the 2019 Nobel Prize winners are an excellent source. Abhijit Banerjee, Esther Duflo, and Michael Kreme all took home a Nobel Prize in Economics for their efforts to combat poverty throughout the world. Applying...
Why The Wealthy are Rethinking How They Donate Money
Wealthy philanthropists play a crucial role in providing monetary resources to various non-profit institutions. Without such donations, many non-profit organizations would cease to exist. In recent years, however, wealthy donors have begun to reconsider how they...
How Technology Will Change Philanthropy In 2020
The world of philanthropy tends to lag behind other economic sectors when it comes to adopting new technology. Philanthropy tends to be more courteous and old-school than in other fields. It's all about relationships when it comes to giving, or at least it has been....
How you can Prepare for International Charity Day 2020
International Charity Day is designed to raise awareness for charities everywhere. This day was created by the United Nations in 2012. The UN realized that a day needed to be set aside to make people aware of the importance of giving. International Charity Day is also...
3 Ways to Donate to Charity Without Breaking the Bank
The culture of philanthropic giving is increasingly gaining adoption within the United States. In 2018, for example, Americans gave up to $428 billion to charity organizations. This figure is expected to slightly increase in the coming years, even as the opportunities...
Valuable Tips for Creating a Philanthropy Strategy
The goal of philanthropy is to foster goodwill towards others and contribute to positive change in the world. There are many opportunities to give as an individual and as an organization. Either way, the tips below can help you move forward with the development of a...
How to Donate to Charity in Unique Ways
Almost as quickly as it came, summer is ready to leave the States, and force us to fight the cold fall and winter months. And with those colder months comes the inevitable barrage of holidays, particularly Thanksgiving, Christmas and Hanukkah. These months, while cold...
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