What Makes a Nonprofit Successful?
Whether you plan on contributing to a nonprofit organization, or even starting one of your own, it is helpful to understand exactly what it is that makes a nonprofit really successful. Here are a...
Ross Sanner | Giving Back Blog
Debate: The Capitalist as Philanthropist
The mark of a great piece of journalism or though isn’t how definitive its answers are or how prophetic it may come to be. Rather, it’s potential comes from the ability to get a...
Philanthropy’s Revolution
Over the last decade or so, philanthropy has become a bit of a buzzword. Passing mentions of “philanthropy” elicit images of the ultra-wealthy writing big checks to even bigger foundations. But when you look...
Revlon’s Mighty Donation
American cosmetics company Revlon has given a sizeable contribution to the UCLA Cancer Research Program, according to a press release from Market Watch. The $1 million donation, the first of several phases, is carrying...
Remembering R. Randolph Richardson
He may not be a household name, but the loss of R. Randolph Richard last month definitely warrants a conversation about his unconventional approach to philanthropy. The Chronicle of Philanthropy has already taken on the...
Matthieu Ricard on Altruism
Buddhist Monk Matthieu Ricard understands the potential for human nature swing in one of two directions: towards immense good, or unspeakable evil. Becuase of this nature, he urges all to foster an altruistic attitude...
Challenge Your Beliefs with Peter Singer
Some would argue that giving to charitable causes should be a challenge. It should be an process that involves the giver, and that is not relevant to a one-off call or text. Australian professor...
Protect Your Charity
On April 25, 2015 an earthquake rocked Nepal. It killed over 7,000 people and injured many more. When disasters such as these strike, many often rush to help out in one way or another....
Solving the Paradox of Corporate Philanthropy
Charity is inherently an emotional concept. Nonprofits and organizations expose pertinent injustices and then provide an easy forum for people to help fix them. Donors feel an emotional connection, and it is that empathy...
3 Companies That Are Doing Philanthropy Right
Philanthropy is just one component of a company’s social responsibility, but it is a part that is highly visible and easily subject to scrutiny. As consumers increasingly care more about companies’ societal impact, corporate...
