Crossover Transformation (www.crossovertransformation.co.za) has become a key partner of the Global Generosity Network with a similar vision for Biblical stewardship, generous living and Kingdom-focused giving and investment. Their vision and strategy for 2015 is attached. For more information contact PatrickRead more…
Corporate Philanthropy – The New Paradigm: Volunteerism. Competence. Results.
Corporate philanthropy, social innovation, and corporate citizenship are no longer merely buzzwordsfor companies. Giving back to the community has now established itself within corporateDNA. To get a handle on how companies are approaching corporate social responsibility (CSR),why they do it,Read more…
Management Devotional 2015: Biblical insights for daily work life
Published by Christian Institute of Management India (CIM India) ’Management Devotional 2015’ it is a devotional with a Biblical reflection for every day of 2015. 52 Indian professionals contributed 7 reflections each to the publication. They include medical doctors, IT professionals, businessRead more…
What Nonprofits Can Learn from Salvation Army Bell Ringers
I’ve always admired The Salvation Army bell ringers. In addition to donating their time and ringing their signature bell in all sorts of terrible weather, the program raises a sack of money that rivals Santa’s. Last year, kettle bells raised $136 millionRead more…
Institute for Faith, Work and Economics Resources
The Institute for Faith, Work and Economics (http://tifwe.org/) based in Virginia, USA, educates and inspires Christians to live out a Biblical theology that integrates faith, work, and economics. That would naturally include stewardship, generosity, giving and issues related to povertyRead more…
China Social Enterprise and Impact Investment Report
The ’China Social Enterprise and Social Impact Investment Development Report’ reflects on the current situation of Chinese social enterprises and how the framework could be improved for these enterprises to flourish. Social enterprises are a product of the times. ChinaRead more…
A Good Name
This week, I’ve experienced a wide range of emotions; I’ve shed tears of joy as my first grandchild was born and tears of deep loss as my friend and mentor, Truett Cathy, passed away at the age of 93. I hadRead more…
Ideas for raising funds or reducing costs for missions
Tim Welch of SIM drafted a fascinating list of ideas to raise funds for mission. Could you perhaps add to this list?!!! Please add comments to this discussion or send it to [email protected]
Economy of the Kingdom
From September 18-20 we will be in Amsterdam for the very first Christian Economic Summit! www.economicsummit.eu I have been asked to speak on the Economy of the Kingdom … a daunting task! That the Kingdom of God has its ownRead more…
Creating an Age of Giving: Conclusions from the Growing Giving Parliamentary Inquiry
Research published in 2012 showed that fewer households are giving to charity. We wanted to investigate the barriers that prevent people from giving, and find new opportunities that can make it easier for people to contribute. In order to do this we establishedRead more…