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Lilly Family School of Philanthropy
5d ago
In Islam, the act of giving back is highly emphasized, especially during Ramadan. The holy month emphasizes the importance of zakat (required almsgiving) and sadaqah (voluntary charity), highlighting the deep generosity within the Muslim faith (MPI,2023). Zakat, a fundamental aspect of Islam, demonstrates the religion’s organized method of giving to those in need, with the... Read more ..read more
Lilly Family School of Philanthropy
1w ago
I’ve been studying philanthropy for the past few years, learning about its history in the United States, understanding its beginnings, and navigating the landscape. Every history book on philanthropy I was required to read either failed to mention anything about Muslim philanthropy or Islam’s influence on Western philanthropy or had one paragraph dedicated to it... Read more ..read more
Lilly Family School of Philanthropy
2w ago
The top 50 American individuals and couples who gave or pledged the most to charity in 2023 committed US$12 billion to foundations, universities, hospitals and more. That total was 28% below an inflation-adjusted $16.5 billion in 2022, according to the Chronicle of Philanthropy’s latest annual tally of these donations. The Conversation U.S. asked David Campbell, Angela R. Logan and Michael... Read more ..read more
Lilly Family School of Philanthropy
2w ago
Institutional affiliation: Social Impact Alliance for Central and Eastern Europe (CEE Impact Foundation) The report “Unlocking Private Capital for Social Good in Central & Eastern Europe” published in September 2023 by the Social Impact Alliance for Central and Eastern Europe, is a comprehensive analysis of the research conducted between 2020 and 2023 in collaboration with... Read more ..read more
Lilly Family School of Philanthropy
1M ago
In December 2023 I traveled to Saudi Arabia with friend and colleague Jeannie Sager. We had the honor of being two of three women presenters at the Eleventh Forum for the Development of the Non-Profit Sector. While I have been privileged to travel personally and professionally many times, this was my first trip to the... Read more ..read more
Lilly Family School of Philanthropy
2M ago
“From Traditional Practices to Modern Trends and Challenges of Philanthropy in Nepal” Philanthropy is of great importance in Nepali society and reflects commitments deeply rooted in the country’s diverse religious and cultural landscape. Growing ownership and motivation of people to solve common societal problems has also been a key element for increased philanthropic activities in... Read more ..read more
Lilly Family School of Philanthropy
2M ago
Known for its long-lasting, mostly stable democracy, Ghana has long been considered a “donor darling” in sub-Saharan Africa. Since the mid-1980s, international donors and foreign governments have generously supported civil society organizations (CSOs) in the country. This has led to a robust civil society sector with a large number of organizations focused on everything from... Read more ..read more
Lilly Family School of Philanthropy
2M ago
By: Dennis Kilama After 15 years of active involvement in the nonprofit sector in Uganda, I joined the Ph.D. program at the IU Lilly Family School of Philanthropy to integrate research with practice in the Ugandan nonprofit sector. At the same time, I am keen to bring a Ugandan perspective to understanding the broader concept of philanthropy. Overall, my research interests intersect with... Read more ..read more
Lilly Family School of Philanthropy
7M ago
By Hannah Kristine Vos (She/Her/Hers) This article originally appeared on Alliance Magazine on Thursday, August 24th. On September 18th and 19th leaders from around the world will participate in the SDG Summit which will be ‘critical in setting the tone’ for the remainder of the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). Unfortunately,... Read more ..read more
Lilly Family School of Philanthropy
1y ago
Written by The Patterson Foundation The Patterson Foundation is excited to welcome Alexa Carr, Avery Crews Prado de Lima and Andrew Spector of the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at IUPUI as the newest members of its Fellows Program. The incoming fifth cohort of TPF Fellows will apply their learnings from the school’s... Read more ..read more