What was your path to philanthropy? What advice do you have for students exploring and learning about the nonprofit sector? Students in Dr. Patricia Snell Herzog’s introductory course previously went on a site visit to human services nonprofit Second Helpings, where the students learned about networking, paths toward working in the sector, and future career… Read more »
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Assessing philanthropic pathways in diverse communities
By Kim Williams-Pulfer, Ph.D., postdoctoral research appointee Women Give 2019 answers critical questions about the relationship between race, gender, and philanthropy. The first part of the report recognizes the central value of giving and generosity among diverse communities, indicating that across race, ethnicity, and gender, giving is equally valued. This section also focuses on the… Read more »
A purposeful partnership in philanthropy
Originally published on The Patterson Foundation’s blog. When The Patterson Foundation proposed a partnership specifically for our master’s degree students to compete for a fellowship at The Foundation after graduation, we did not yet know that we had found a natural partner. Philanthropic partnering is not usually this easy. However, I think the fact that… Read more »
A heart for home
By Elizabeth Williams As a child, one of my favorite shows to watch was the original Little House on the Prairie. Despite the undebatably poor production value, there was a richness in the story of that ordinary family, their crackling fire, and the importance of home. When I chose to attend a college 15 minutes… Read more »
Fostering a culture of philanthropy: One alum’s focus on donor-centric fundraising at Cleveland Clinic
Brad Milius, executive director of development at Cleveland Clinic, and his colleague Christina Hein, Philanthropy Institute Administrator, will visit the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy April 3-4. Milius, an alumnus of the school, recently discussed with me his background, his education, and what he’s most looking forward to about his visit. What’s your background, and… Read more »