Following a successful career in the foundation world, Michele Fugiel Gartner decided to do a PhD in philanthropy. Here she reflects on her choice of researching professionalisation in philanthropy. My research…
In October, Anthony Tomei attended a two day seminar at St Andrew’s University on the theme of ‘Philanthropy – today and tomorrow’. He reports back on proceedings. The seminar…
by Alina Baluch, Associate Director of the Centre for the Study of Philanthropy & Public Good The 45th annual ARNOVA conference was held in Washington, DC from 17-19 November 2016.…
On the shelf of philanthropic playthings, community philanthropy sits like a teddy bear. Next to the die-cast action figures of scientific and venture philanthropy, it feels soft, flexible and comforting;…
On Monday, 17th October, The Centre for the Study of Philanthropy & Public Good held a roundtable discussion exploring the relationship between philanthropy, culture, arts and heritage. This was hosted…
With only a few days to go till our next seminar in the ‘Philanthropy to the rescue? Exploring the opportunities, strengths and challenges of philanthropy‘ series, let’s have a look…
“Because you’re worth it” exploring some alternative images of ‘foundations’ Those of us interested in philanthropic foundations face an important existentialist question: What are these creatures? A quick search for…
Philanthropy Research: foundations, universities and research relationships Philanthropy research is emerging as a growing field of interest. Questions as to what constitutes philanthropy research and how it can best…
Resetting Priorities, Redefining Roles: Routledge Companion to Philanthropy launched at Global Donors Forum 2016 Since 2008, the Global Donors Forum has brought together philanthropists, social investors, leaders from…