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The Social Impact Investment Mirage

Stanford Social Innovation Review

Either we rely on grant and donor funding, or must continually justify to investors and the public that our entrepreneurship is relevant to solving some of the most pressing issues of our time. Some governments are paving the way in terms of accountability and procurement. The Investment Mirage.

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The Future of Family Philanthropy

Stanford Social Innovation Review

Families are increasingly taking a portfolio approach that combines traditional grantmaking with values-aligned investing, advocacy strategies and political giving, social entrepreneurship, and more. How can families adjust to multi-generational leadership and governance, especially in families with a strong sense of original donor intent?

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What’s in a Name? The Ethics of Building Naming Gifts

Stanford Social Innovation Review

Over that time, I have witnessed an increased emphasis on naming opportunities for buildings and a decreased emphasis on ethical practice in capital fundraising where naming gifts often serve as marketing or reputation enhancing vehicles for donors that overshadow sincere charitable intent. This idea may not be as exaggerated as it sounds.

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