By Muhi Khwaja, co-founder and director of development and philanthropy, American Muslim Community Foundation Each and every person can be a philanthropist, and I believe philanthropy is more about generosity than it is about wealth. As a Muslim, I am invited by my faith to give of what I love. In Ramadan, all around the… Read more »
Faith and Philanthropy
Donor Perspectives: A conversation with Dilnaz Waraich about intentional philanthropy
Dilnaz Waraich and her family are intentional in their giving, making a family matrix and sitting around the kitchen table each year to discuss priorities. In addition, Waraich is helping to enhance the effectiveness of the third sector with her work. Her participation in the Community Collaboration Initiative aims to help 25 Muslim American nonprofits… Read more »
Building a temple of generosity
By Kevin Starcher I came across the tale a long time ago, and have long lost the source of its origination. But its impact is strong, and I share it for the context of this brief essay. Two brothers began a milling business. One was married with a family and one was single. They determined… Read more »
New winter course explores contemporary American Jewish philanthropy
We are offering a series of one-credit courses during the upcoming winter session on a variety of topics led by prominent practitioners in their fields. We’ll be looking at each of these new courses in further detail over the coming days, including this one on Contemporary American Jewish Philanthropy. By Hanna Shaul Bar Nissim, Ph.D…. Read more »
Start with why
By Randy Nyce “Start with why.” That’s Simon Sinek’s well-known advice. For church leaders and religious fundraisers, it’s an important reminder. It’s easy to get caught up in the getting the job done and to neglect the why. Lake Institute on Faith & Giving’s “Summer Office Hours” were a welcome time of considering “the why.”… Read more »