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Here’s How Philanthropy Will Fix Declining Empathy

The NonProfit Times

Yet, philanthropy endures. Philanthropy will no longer remain confined to a wealthy elite but will transform into a shared, lived experience for people across the economic spectrum. It will be about embedding philanthropy into the rhythms of life rather than relegating it to occasional gestures. This wont deter the sector.

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Lessons from the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season: What philanthropy can do better

Candid

Hardest hit by flooding was the Central Appalachia region, where years of disinvestment by government and philanthropy left the region ill prepared. The Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP) annually publishes the State of Disaster Philanthropy (SODP) report using Candid data, but the lag in data reporting means its always two years behind.

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The power of corporate philanthropy to engage employees

Fast Company Tech

When the need is vast, the priorities unclear, how do people, communities, and organizations decide where to donate? I wrote about values-based philanthropy and how it is foundational to ensure impact. Flexible funding Flexible funds allow charitable organizations to more equitably allocate money where it is most needed.

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Philanthropy Together Celebrates Three Years, Expands Collective Giving Focus

NonProfit PRO

This month, Philanthropy Together celebrated three years of working to democratize and diversify philanthropy through giving circles. The organization announced it will continue to expand its work and audience across the landscape of collective giving.

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Sustainable community-led solutions shaping disaster philanthropy 

Candid

The field of disaster philanthropy is facing a perfect storm of global crisesconflicts, climate disasters, economic instability, and growing humanitarian needsas disaster relief and humanitarian aid organizations face a changing funding landscape.

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Doing good, wrong? The role of philanthropy in keeping people safe

Candid

Philanthropy invests billions of dollars annually to address pressing social issues. However, the positive impact of these contributions can be undermined when organizations fail to prioritize the safety and well-being of the people they serve. members face in promoting safeguarding, opportunities, and promising practices.

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Opportunity International Names Michael Chitwood Chief Philanthropy Officer

NonProfit PRO

Opportunity International announced that Michael Chitwood has joined the organization as chief philanthropy officer. Chitwood joins Opportunity International from World Vision USA, where he was the executive director of church and ministry partnerships.