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…
Self-Sustaining Wholistic Discipleship and Stewardship in GUNGU area of Congo-Kinshasa
Stewardship is about managing the resources that God has given us. That include our time, abilities, talents and physical resources. This story from Congo-Kinshasa shows how stewardship can enable self-sustaining wholistic discipleship in a poverty stricken community.
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…
Business or philanthropy, or both?
An interesting example of a social enterprise that brings solar light to poor people but also intends to make profits. Both philanthropic giving and business investment provide the capital for this venture. Could this be an indication of the directionRead 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…
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…
The Generosity Gameplan – Step 2: Claim your Generosity Gaps [Generous Connections]
In my decades of work in the philanthropic and nonprofit world, I’ve met many folks who are frustrated with the process or disappointed with the results of their giving. These people end up reining in their generous urges. Step 2Read more…
The Generosity Gameplan – Step 1: Explore your heart and history
For our generosity to be effective in the world and meaningful to us as givers, I am convinced that we must give from our heart’s desire. By that, I mean two things: Your desire for connection: For a sense of interdependenceRead more…