This summer, my 90-year-old English mom wanted the boys of our third generation (now men) to see her homeland and connect with family. Tough duty, but I agreed to accompany Generation Three and we had a delightful adventure. My son,Read more…
‘Strategic Philanthropy’ Shifts Too Much Power to Donors
An interesting blog that argues that the unwillingness of foundations and big donors to realize they don’t have all the answers prevent them from solving social problems. Nonprofits should have a greater role in driving the agenda according to theRead more…
Where the Money Goes Private wealth for public good
This report analyses philanthropy in Australia. Key observations include: Since the global financial crisis there has been a reduction in the total monetary value of grants made by analysed foundations. Generally these foundations combine a few very large multi-year philanthropicRead more…
Will Millennials Shift How Money Flows to Social Change?
Millennials, the demographic group of people born between 1981 and 2000, are said to fundamentally change the world as we know it. They do it through for example the use of technology. This blog reflects on Millenial giving and whetherRead more…
The Art of Creating Online Communities
Kate Emanuel, senior vice president of nonprofit and government relations at the Ad Council, offers advise for organizations looking to create and/or leverage an online community: Think hard about whether you need an online community. Choose the right platform. Once youRead more…
Philanthropy and the Social Economy: Blueprint 2013
Philanthropy and the Social Economy: Blueprint 2013 is an annual industry forecast written by leading philanthropy scholar Lucy Bernholz about the social economy — private capital used for public good. The Blueprint provides an overview of the current landscape, points to major trends,Read more…
Changing the Adoption Equation
With so many children across the world waiting to be adopted, adoption is an important expression of generosity when families give a happy home to children. LifeBridge Church (Longmont, CO, USA) has found an innovative approach to a major challenge. PartneringRead more…
Give it Away
What would happen if your church gave away the entire offering from Easter Sunday? Tim Niekerk, senior pastor of Salem Ministries, shares an amazing story of generosity inspired by being a part of the Generous Churches Leadership Community sponsored by LeadershipRead more…
Christian Stewardship Network Stewardship Impact Workshop 2 October 2013 at Saddleback Church, California
Are you or someone you know trying to grow a stewardship ministry in your church? This is the place to be! Bring a team from your church and catapult your ministry forward! See the attached leaflet for more information.
The Generosity Gameplan – Step 3: Count your Currencies [Generous Connections]
At some point, you’ve probably been asked to contribute time, talent, and treasure to a worthy cause. I’m not a big fan of this phrase, partly because I think it’s been used so much that people don’t hear its real meaning anymore.Time,Read more…