November 15 is known as National Philanthropy Day which is a thirty-plus-year-old annual celebration of the people and organizations that devote their lives’ work on a daily basis to helping others in need. Now, while a holiday isn’t necessary to be philanthropic, the...
In recent years we have seen many more billionaires, and wealthy CEOs pour their fortunes into philanthropic giving. One recent example of this is fourteen billionaires signing the Giving Pledge. Under this pledge created by Bill and Melinda Gates, wealthy individuals...
Recently, we saw Amazon’s CEO Jeff Bezos make the announcement of providing a $2 billion fund to help tackle homelessness and provide primary education for low-income children. This was the latest example of billionaire CEOs distributing their fortune for...
As corporations recognize that consumers appreciate a philanthropic spirit, more and more businesses are stepping up their charitable giving. By implementing a philanthropic strategy as part of the overall plan for corporate citizenship, business leaders are...
Over the years, we have seen a shift in companies’ approaches to sustainability. They have gone from simple community engagement and philanthropic programs to integrated and targeted strategies that focus on creating long-term value for shareholders, society, and the...
Most people who think of big data, often think about machines, robots, and artificial intelligence. However, when you mix data with an altruistic mission, it can breed astounding results. As we move closer into the digital era, it is presenting nonprofits with new...
Over the last couple of years, we have been inspired as we watch some of the wealthiest members of our society step up in their giving to help solve critical social, environmental, and economic issues. Their donations have sparked critical dialogue about how...
Back in 2015, Google gave over $167 million to charity where most of those funds went to a nonprofit that focuses on aiding the poor. Some of the other funds went to a school for the blind as well as to advocates for criminal justice reform. However, Google is not the...
Social media profiles such as Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn are playing a significant role in people’s lives. It can be used as a way to connect with friends or increase business activity. Another sector that is benefiting from social media is nonprofits. A recent...
We all know that donating to charity helps you feel good. That feeling we get when we donate, whether it be our time or our money, is known as the “helper’s high.” However, there is scientific research that proves that giving back has a multitude of benefits to the...
