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Philanthropy is joyous, life-affirming and noble work, but sometimes it is just plain hard. People and relationships can be tricky, so if philanthropy is based on relationships, why would it be easy all the time? However, the trenches of philanthropy can provide great opportunities for strategizing. They can provide time to regroup and often provide protection from the many barriers we relentlessly face. Protective trenches often demand close quarters with folks who share a common cause or vision while providing a great chance to bond. Those tiny spaces can also provide some hard-won truths. So, what truths have you learned while in the trenches of philanthropy? Read more from Accordant's Heather Wiley Starankovic, CFRE, CAP: https://ow.ly/NQE950SE6Y1 #healthcare #philanthropy

On September 17, The Generosity Commission will release its capstone report, "Everyday Actions, Extraordinary Potential: The Power of Giving and Volunteering." This comprehensive analysis delves into America's evolving generosity landscape and emphasizes the critical need to protect and nurture this powerful force for good.   With fewer people giving and volunteering, now is the time to explore how we can foster a more generous society. Valerie Rockefeller, Board Chair of Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors and a member of The Generosity Commission, continues to champion these vital efforts.   Join the conversation: https://lnkd.in/dCX88rqB

📣 We need you! Take this survey and share your insights on the role of consultants and advisors in helping grantmakers advance their philanthropy. The National Network of Consultants to Grantmakers (NNCG) and 21/64 are partnering on this survey to assess the practice of philanthropy by understanding the behavior and attitudes of grantmakers and the consultants and advisors who serve them. 10 minutes tops! Start here>> https://lnkd.in/eh_iXfqF #philanthropy #consultants #BenchmarkSurvey #NNCG #NNCGisWE

Are you a “double bottom line” business? When your team prioritizes #philanthropy, you have purpose beyond your bottom line. You have a purpose to serve others. Our CEO and President Andrew Limouris explains how this benefits you, your team, and your community. #volunteering https://hubs.li/Q02zRZpZ0

Happy National Philanthropy Day! At Seriatim, we understand the importance of legacy and giving back. Check out this insightful Forbes article on family offices and their evolving role in philanthropy. https://buff.ly/4f0oG5J #NationalPhilanthropyDay #PhilanthropyDay #familyoffices

Read @Blackbaud CEO and Generosity Commission Co-Chair @Mike Gianoni’s message for Fast Company readers this morning: “...that’s what culture is—sharing a common purpose with those around us. Businesses have as much of an interest in instilling that sense of common purpose as any sector. That’s why fostering a revival in civic participation is a central challenge, and opportunity, for today’s generation of business leaders.”

Philanthropy is a powerful tool for bringing generations together within family businesses. If addressed properly, giving back can strengthen family business’ shared purpose and values for continuous success. In this blog, PwC shares different approaches that family businesses take to make an impact in communities. Read more here. #PwCPrivate #FamilyBusiness #Philanthropy

Philanthropy is a powerful tool for bringing generations together within family businesses. If addressed properly, giving back can strengthen family business’ shared purpose and values for continuous success. In this blog, PwC shares different approaches that family businesses take to make an impact in communities. Read more here. #PwCPrivate #FamilyBusiness #Philanthropy

Wave Campaignsᵀᴹ are transformative philanthropy in action. They allow for alignment among leadership, volunteers, strategic priorities and the community. They provide philanthropy teams flexibility for staffing and resources, and they always have the donors’ goals at the heart of each strategy. Take a look at this checklist from Accordant's Heather Wiley Starankovic, CFRE, CAP, and John Donovan, to help you harness the power of wave campaigning: https://ow.ly/xZzw50TvWRz Learn more about Accordant's Wave Campaignsᵀᴹ approach: https://ow.ly/uQMv50TvWRA #healthcare #philanthropy #campaigns #WaveCampaignsᵀᴹ

Philanthropy is a powerful tool for bringing generations together within family businesses. If addressed properly, giving back can strengthen family business’ shared purpose and values for continuous success. In this blog, PwC shares different approaches that family businesses take to make an impact in communities. Read more here. #PwCPrivate #FamilyBusiness #Philanthropy