Philanthropy, the act of giving time, money, or resources to charitable causes, has the power to nurture research and create a positive impact on society. Philanthropy plays a critical role in funding research and advancing scientific breakthroughs that benefit people worldwide. Here are a few ways philanthropy nurtures research.

Philanthropy has been around for centuries and has evolved into different definitions to different people. Intentional philanthropy is an approach that seeks to maximize the impact of philanthropic giving by being purposeful and strategic in how resources are deployed. This blog will explore intentional philanthropy, why it matters, and how individuals and organizations can incorporate it into their giving practices.

Philanthropy has long been an important aspect of American culture, with many individuals and organizations donating generously to various causes each year. New data from the Fundraising Effectiveness Project, which researches fundraising effectiveness, philanthropic donations rose by 4.7 percent in 2022's first three quarters…

Philanthropy, defined as the desire to promote the welfare of others, is a key driver of research across various fields. From healthcare to education and environmental sciences, philanthropic contributions have played a significant role in advancing knowledge and improving the quality of life for people around the world.

Few endeavors have as significant an impact on today’s world as philanthropy. Donors have the power to make powerful improvements to society’s most pressing problems. However, sometimes when generosity goes into the wrong places, there is missed opportunity for significant change. Some urgent issues include racism, economic inequity, and climate change, to name a few.

The U.S. has a long tradition of philanthropy by businesses and individuals. But all too often, wealthy people donate to causes or organizations without thinking about societal concerns like economic injustice, climate change, and racism. According to Theodore M. Lechterman, assistant professor of philosophy at IE University, in a post on theconversation.com, leaders have long questioned whether philanthropy offers appropriate or worthwhile solutions to troubling issues. He cites Martin Luther King, Jr., who held that philanthropy is “commendable” but insufficient when facing issues like racism and war.

As the world changes and we experience the impacts of continuous disruption in the economy, climate, geopolitics, culture and more, taking precautions to help safeguard our children and work towards creating a better world is critical.

Children of the nineties may remember the rush of rousing in the early hours of a Saturday morning and turning on the TV just in time to catch their favorite Saturday morning cartoon. Before the advent of Netflix and other streaming services, children were beholden to the schedule set by TV executives and advertisers. The luxury of pausing their favorite show was unheard of, and mad dashes to the bathroom during commercial breaks were practically an Olympic sport.

But kids of the twenty-first century view things differently…

In 2021, people passionate about U.S. history raised more than $42 million in a unique way for a unique purpose: to buy a first-edition copy of the Constitution. Though Constitution DAO failed in that pursuit, it succeeded in another. It set a crowd-funding record, raising that money in 72 hours, and demonstrated the power of the burgeoning decentralized internet.

Mental illness is indisputably one of America's darkest secrets. One in every five adults has been diagnosed with at least one of the four leading mental health challenges, ranging from bipolar disorder to schizophrenia to depression to anxiety, which is the most commonly diagnosed.

Peter Unger and Peter Singer developed an argument that the rich are morally obligated to donate their wealth to the poor, or they are contributing to the deaths of the less fortunate. Effective altruism began as a movement by philosophy students at Oxford in 2011, combining Unger and Singer's work with the idea that donating to particular causes over others can be more or less efficient.

Early and adequate access to education is a strong indicator of lifelong success. Beyond improving literacy rates and instilling a love for learning, going to school helps young people earn better salaries, stay out of prison, and navigate socioeconomic hardships.

Since the pandemic began, a new person has become a billionaire every 30 hours. At the same time, millions across the globe have fallen into poverty, lost crucial income sources, and watched as Covid-19 and climate disasters killed their loved ones.

The world of charitable giving and philanthropy has long been a rollercoaster of ebbs and flows, affected by significant events, trends and shifts in humanity, but nothing quite compares to the upheaval of 2020 and everything that’s come afterward. As the entire world faced a global pandemic, and much of it bore witness to a surge of awareness around racial inequity, philanthropists seemed to answer the call.

When it comes to creating an impact and lasting change as a philanthropist, generosity and benevolent intentions are only the tip of charitable endeavors. Even if you’ve done ample research into your specific cause, there are several ways that you can make your donations go further and touch more lives.

In philanthropy, it's not always easy to pinpoint the best strategy, especially if you hope to address or improve myriad issues. Within any community, there are bound to be multiple pain points that can be resolved with careful consideration and the right approach.

In the early stages of the pandemic, economic support initiatives such as changes to tax regimes and interest rates or the introduction of furlough programs helped protect economies and populations from financial shock. However, as we begin navigating an entirely new phase of pandemic life, new strategies—with entirely new goals—must now bear the burden of worldwide economic recovery with a great focus on inclusive and equal recovery.

As the world makes its way into the unknown realm of a "new normal," everything about society is changing. The way we work, play and congregate has changed dramatically, and the sphere of philanthropy is no exception.

Philanthropic organizations are becoming increasingly influential in supporting sustainable development goals worldwide. Many have become early adopters of aligning their financial planning and grant strategies to the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

It’s often said that one should never judge a book by its cover, an adage that has repeatedly proven its truth. However, the opposite could very well be true in the realm of architecture, particularly when it comes to nonprofit and charitable foundations. Architecture certainly has a certain way of reflecting both the function and character of those who dwell within it, and the philanthropic sector is no exception.