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Zero-Problem Philanthropy

Stanford Social Innovation Review

The Problem With Problem-Solving Solving problems to improve people’s lives has been philanthropy’s raison d’être. However, some criticisms have arisen regarding the approach philanthropies take in problem-solving. Can this vision be applied to philanthropy? Three examples demonstrate the Zero-Problem Philanthropy approach.

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Political Repression in Georgia: What Funders Can Do to Protect Democracy and Support Communities

NonProfit Quarterly

This is a critical time for philanthropy to stand with movements and protect democracy. This is a critical time for philanthropy to stand with movements and protect democracy. This is part of a disturbing trend among law enforcement, reactionary prosecutors, and far-right politicians. This move is an abuse of power.

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Understanding Wealthy Donors – 3 Truths Every Gift Officer Needs to Know

iMarketSmart

If you enter into these relationships with incorrect or judgmental beliefs and assumptions about wealthy people who want to participate in philanthropy, you’ll be placing additional hurdles between your organization and the biggest gifts these people want to give. So, let’s look at three truths about wealthy potential donors.

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Why you must deliver value in fundraising, not just take the money and run

iMarketSmart

It is, in particular, about delivering the kind of value that only philanthropy can. The first law of sustainable giving in nature is this: Giving must be seen by partners who are able and willing to reciprocate. Participants each get money. Philanthropy can help me decide. They are motivational. One setup is this.

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From Owing to Owning: How Communities Can Control Commercial Land

NonProfit Quarterly

Rationales for Community Ownership While motivations for pursuing community ownership of land vary, there are some common elements. To participate, community members can purchase an ownership share in the enterprise, contingent on completing an eight-hour financial education course.

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Setting a Co-op Table for Food Justice in Louisville

NonProfit Quarterly

Until 2019, most engaged volunteers were White and motivated by concerns with food justice. A young nonprofit, LACE is also learning to navigate private philanthropy, public funding, and public/private financing, as well as governance and operational matters. A Co-op for Whom?

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Why you must deliver value in fundraising, not just take the money and run

iMarketSmart

It is, in particular, about delivering the kind of value that only philanthropy can. The first law of sustainable giving in nature is this: Giving must be seen by partners who are able and willing to reciprocate. Participants each get money. Philanthropy can help me decide. They are motivational. One setup is this.

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