President Herbert Hoover: “The Great Humanitarian”
In honor of Presidents Day, Philanthropy Roundtable celebrates the philanthropic achievements of one of America’s greatest presidential givers, Herbert Hoover.
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Bringing Civic Education Back to Campus
During his lifetime, George Washington was, among other things, the nation’s single largest benefactor of higher education. Three years before he died, Washington made a major contribution to the Augusta Read more…
NFL Man of the Year Andrew Whitworth: “Invest in Each Other”
Andrew Whitworth, a 16-year veteran of the league, received the Man of the Year award on February 10 during the annual NFL Honors show.
Donor-Advised Funds Offer Philanthropists Flexibility
With the recent introduction of the House version of the so-called Accelerating Charitable Efforts (ACE) Act, accurate and reliable information on donor-advised funds, or DAFs, is more crucial than ever.
The Giving Legacies of Four Modern-Day Presidents
Philanthropy Roundtable examines a critical component of any president’s legacy, philanthropic giving, by profiling the charitable contributions of four modern-day presidents: George H.W. Bush, Jimmy Carter, Barack Obama and Ronald Reagan.
Nominations Open for 2022 Simon-DeVos Prize
Philanthropy Roundtable announced that nominations are open for its annual Simon-DeVos Prize, which recognizes philanthropic excellence and aims to inspire more Americans to sustain our nation’s rich tradition of charitable giving.
Toward a Philosophy of Philanthropy
Frank Hanna believes that “unexamined wealth is not worth having.” It’s a radical proposal, in every sense of the word. What Your Money Means (And How To Use It Well)by Read more…
Ralston College and the Future of Higher Education
Ralston College, a new, liberal arts institution based in Savannah, Georgia, seeks to educate students in the liberal arts tradition — and to challenge the status quo in higher education.
10 Exceptional Women in Philanthropy
Each March, Americans unite to remember the contributions women have made to the nation throughout its history, running the gamut from scientific achievement to social betterment to artistic brilliance. As Read more…
Ask for Demographic Information … But You May Not Receive
Donors should be aware they are not required to provide demographic information to charities, and in fact, they have the right to anonymity if they desire it.
A Note from Philanthropy Magazine’s First Editor
The Philanthropy Roundtable’s origin goes back to the late 1980s, when a group of liberty-minded foundations split off from the Council on Foundations rather than sign on to a statement Read more…
As We Say Goodbye to Print, We Look Forward to Philanthropy’s Digital Future
For three decades, Philanthropy magazine has played a critical role in the philanthropic sector. It has offered a unique perspective, highlighted important information and shared fascinating stories about donors and Read more…
The Evaluation Wars
Am I doing good by giving this money away?” is a question everyone in philanthropy should ask regularly. It is hard for funders to do good; it is all too Read more…
American Exchange Project: No Passport Required
The organization’s pilot exchange last summer sent 20 students between Palo Alto, California; Wellesley, Massachusetts; Lake Charles, Louisiana and Kilgore, Texas.
Philanthropic Quotes
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A Federalist Solution
Three years ago, a group of center-right academics and policy leaders gathered at Princeton University to discuss defense policy and foreign affairs. One presidential administration was coming to an end, Read more…
Fixing Child Protection
IN THE PAST 30 YEARS, MAJOR PROGRESS HAS been made in combating child abuse. In 1963, only about 150,000 children were reported to the authorities because of suspected abuse or Read more…
Face of Charity
The philanthropic legacy of Princess Diana
The Insider’s Guide to Spend Down
Switching off the lights at the Olin Foundation