6 Meridian’s Post

We’re living in a less predictable world – that’s why careful long-term planning and structuring around philanthropy is more important than ever to build trust and lasting legacies for family businesses. Our latest blog addresses how family businesses’ contribution to society can unlock opportunities for growth as well as positive change. Read the blog. #PwCPrivate #FamilyBusiness #Philanthropy

The Stonehage Fleming View:  Philanthropy occupies a special place in the Four Pillars of Capital framework. According to our latest Four Pillars of Capital report, over 85% of participants view philanthropy as a core component of their mission and principles. Read more: https://lnkd.in/edgEXbSe #fourpillarsofcapital #philanthropy #principles

In the second instalment of "Four Trends That Will Drive the Family Office (R)evolution," Sharon Schneider reflects on the gap between the ideal and reality of family foundations. Far from fostering unity, they often amplify existing dynamics, leaving many families to embrace new approaches to philanthropy. What you need to know: - Family foundations reflect existing family dynamics rather than fostering unity. - Passing down values through generations is less about governance and more about lived examples. - Autonomy is preferred over collective decision-making, with families restructuring or dissolving traditional models. Discover why families are rethinking the role of foundations in their legacy planning. 👉 Read more here: https://hubs.la/Q0303_wd0 #FamilyOffice #Philanthropy #ImpactInvesting

For many high-income professionals, the pursuit of wealth is not just about personal gain but about shaping a legacy that will be remembered long after they are gone. Philanthropy provides a unique opportunity to do just that – to take the resources you've worked so hard to build and use them to create real change. Read more: https://bit.ly/4icRLwX #Philanthropy #Legacy

Many wealthy families do not talk sufficiently about family values, the development of the next gen and the role of philanthropy. I share my thoughts on these important issues in the attached article.

“Properly managed and carefully administered, I believe that long-term philanthropy has a crucial place in society.” Over on our blog, our chief executive Paul Ramsbottom OBE sets out the case for long-term #philanthropy and why it's essential for creating lasting impact⬇️ #funding #longtermphilanthropy #fundinglandscape https://lnkd.in/eYkwnJG3

This is a really insightful blogpost from Paul Ramsbottom OBE at the The Wolfson Foundation - my wee thoughts for what it’s worth from a fundraiser’s perspective. Charitable organisations need to invest in a long term approach to their fundraising that importantly, supports the aims of the charity and their grant makers in the long term. Applying for grants to hit yearly income targets that don’t help fulfill strategic aims, short term interventions alone, and siloed fundraising departments don’t bring about the long term aims that both grant makers and charities are trying to achieve. Oh and as always, embed lived experience in your fundraising teams where you can, we’re in these roles because we want to bring about long term change. #grantmaking #fundraising #wolfson

Every family is unique—and with an NPT UK DAF, you can involve your family members in giving decisions. Learn how DAFs offer a powerful way to have an impact on the causes that matter most to you and your family. #Philanthropy #DAFs #DonorAdvisedFunds

As we close out the year (!) I am reflecting on the opportunities to accelerate the change we want to see in family philanthropy. Data from the recent National Center for Family Philanthropy (NCFP) Trends report shows us that while philanthropic families are embracing change, they are not doing so at the pace that is required to meet the challenges of today. With this in mind I am holding three questions: At a time that much of the narrative in the social sector is questioning the effectiveness of philanthropic efforts, how can we ensure that families are not deterred from embracing risk to invest in leaders and systems change? As a new generation of leaders rises into positions of influence within family philanthropy, how can we prepare that generation to harness their potential? As philanthropic families are now much more aware of their role as stewards of public resources, how can we translate that awareness into practice that centers accountability, equity, learning, and relationships? I encourage you to join Miki Akimoto, Erin Hogan, and me on January 14 to discuss the findings of the Trends report. The event is open to the field and is an opportunity not only to consider where the field is now but also to reflect on how you can shape the dialogue about philanthropic practice and bring about more effective family philanthropy. Register and learn more here: https://lnkd.in/egyZgXQA