Events

Seminar for the Japan NPO Research Association (JANPORA) by Tobias Jung For over a century, philanthropy has been on the search for more effective and efficient approaches to giving. Historically, this journey has ranged from Andrew Carnegie’s idea of ‘scientific philanthropy’, to recent notions of ‘venture philanthropy’, ‘entrepreneurial philanthropy’, and ‘philathrocapitalism’. These approaches, characterised by…

This first workshop in our Together for Good series will examine the current state of philanthropy in Scotland. It will identify the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and challenges within the contemporary Scottish philanthropy landscape, and explore and interrogate innovative practices, models, and technologies to address these. To reserve a space, please visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/together-for-good-crafting-scotlands-philanthropic-journey-workshop-1-tickets-1053293933509?aff=oddtdtcreator

Hannah Geddens will facilitate a conversation about Scotland's "third sector"

Exploring research grant opportunities

Building on our last session’s exploration of the opportunities, challenges, and international insights for a national conversation on philanthropy in Scotland, this workshop will focus on the structural choices and trade-offs involved in taking this work forward.  Date: Thursday, 8th May, 2025 Time: 10:00-13:00h (tea/coffee from 9:45h; followed by a light lunch) Venue: University of St Andrews Business…