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What if the 1% gave 10%?

September 14, 2023

Today, the world is full of opportunities for making radical improvements which might otherwise be neglected by governments or markets. In fact, in what could be humanity's most dangerous and most consequential century yet, we may need ambitious philanthropy more than ever.Of course we have many reasons to be cautious of, and even cynical about, philanthropy. At its worst, it continues to be used for corporate gain; buying influence over and reliance from recipients, reputation laundering, 'greenwashing', and more. In other words, when the very wealthy do give, it is often in exchange for something else. Our hope in this report is to show the potential of another kind of philanthropy. We show what one version of ambitious philanthropy could look like: how it could enable projects to begin solving serious global problems, and ignite optimism about the potential to make a real — and very big — difference through giving.So we asked: what if the global 1% gave just 10% of their income in such an ambitious way? And, for those whose wealth outstrips their income, what if they gave just 2.5% of their net worth, aimed at making real progress? What could such a level of giving achieve? The answer is surprising: in just the first year, this would result in an increase of at least $3.5 trillion over and above what already goes to charity each year.

Intervention Programs of Public Health: Rockefeller Fellowship, Dr. Adetokunbo Lucas, and the Development of Public Health in Nigeria, 1963-1986

November 20, 2023

This paper looks at conversations around global exchanges through fellowship programs for public health development by the Rockefeller Foundation (RF), focusing particularly on Dr. Adetokunbo Lucas. Studies about the history of transnational scholarships designed by RF have often centred on Western/Asian recipients with little or no significant discourses on fellows of African descent. By focusing on Dr. Lucas and the University of Ibadan, this paper examines how campus-based politics, fuelled and shaped by larger Cold War politics, interfered with the implementation process of the global public health agenda of the RF in Nigeria.

The True Cost of Billionaire Philanthropy: How the Ultra-Wealthy Use Charity to Avoid Taxes and exert Influence - While Taxpayers foot the Bill

November 15, 2023

The news is full of stories about billionaires giving huge gifts to charity. Yet for all but the most generous, their giving is nowhere close to keeping up with the growth in their wealth.While some are making an earnest effort to give back, others appear to be using charity to enhance their public image, their political voice, and even the protection of their assets. The billionaires who have taken the Giving Pledge — a promise to give away half of their wealth during their lifetimes or in their wills — offer examples of all of this.This report examines the pitfalls of top-heavy giving — and what to do about them.

De la Reflexión a la Acción Guía sobre transparencia y rendición de cuentas para organizaciones filantrópicas

November 13, 2023

Para la filantropía, como en otros sectores de la vida pública y privada, actuar con transparencia y estar dispuesto a rendir cuentas de las propias acciones es una condición previa esencial para generar confianza, legitimidad y apoyo comunitario a la labor de cada organización.La aplicación de planes de transparencia y rendición de cuentas en todas las organizaciones es ahora parte integral de la buena gobernanza.Dados los retos a los que se enfrenta actualmente el sector filantrópico en muchas partes del mundo, existe una creciente demanda de orientación práctica para lograr una mayor transparencia y rendición de cuentas.Partiendo de una publicación anterior de WINGS (2015), "Transparencia y rendiciones de cuentas en la filantropía y la inversión social privada", esta nueva "Guía sobre transparencia y rendición de cuentas para organizaciones filantrópicas: De la reflexión a la acción" responde a esa demanda, proporcionando una guía paso a paso más detallada sobre cómo diseñar e implementar planes de transparencia y rendición de cuentas.

2023 Annual Review of South African Philanthropy

November 12, 2023

The Annual Review of South African Philanthropy is a unique publication that provides an in-depth exploration of the work and impact of independent philanthropy in South Africa. In this edition, IPASA showcases prominent philanthropic organisations and their efforts to address the country's pressing challenges. This year, 2023's focus is on how collaboration, leadership and sustainable innovation can address the key challenges we face as a country while unpacking the progress and work that still needs to be done.

Kids' Share 2023: Report on Federal Expenditures on Children through 2022 and Future Projections

November 9, 2023

Public spending on children represents an effort to invest in the nation's future. Investments supporting children's healthy development and human potential can promote their well-being and help them grow into the next generation of adults and workers, leading to a stronger workforce and economy.To inform policymakers, children's advocates, and the general public about how public funds are spent on children (birth through age 18), this 17th edition of the annual Kids' Share report provides a new analysis of federal expenditures on children from 1960 to 2022. It also offers an updated view of public expenditures made in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Projections of federal expenditures on children through 2033 give a sense of how budget priorities are scheduled to unfold over the longer term under current law.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Messaging and Communications to People at Higher Risk for or Disproportionately Impacted by Suicide

November 8, 2023

Since July 2022, 988 has been the national 3-digit hotline for mental health resources and suicide prevention. Though 988 responded to 5 million contacts in its first year, we must increase awareness and use of this valuable resource.With the nationwide transition to 988, a need arose for 988-specific formative research among groups at higher risk for or disproportionately impacted by suicide to help support culturally sensitive, responsive, effective, and successful 988 communications: First, to make more people aware of 988 across the country, then to promote overall help seeking, and instill trust and confidence in the service.The 988 Formative Research Project fills a critical research gap and supports more informed 988 messaging and implementation efforts. The project was conducted to:Uncover knowledge, attitudes, beliefs, and perceptions about accessing crisis services among populations at higher risk for or disproportionately impacted by suicide.Identify and explore barriers and motivators to accessing crisis services among these populations.Inform culturally sensitive, responsive, and effective messaging development to help individuals access 988 in times of crisis.Identify "trusted messengers" that population groups turn to when facing difficult mental health challenges.

Advancing Global Health Equity: Enhancing Clinical Trials Access and Cooperation to Save Millions of Lives from Cancer

November 8, 2023

Cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide, accounting for approximately 10 million deaths every year. Many cancer deaths are preventable if the disease is detected early and treated effectively. Clinical trials represent the critical step in translating scientific discoveries into lifesaving for patients with cancer. However, access to clinical trials is limited to fewer than 5% of patients globally, with significant disparities among diverse communities.This report finds that if China were to join the U.S.-led cancer research project Cancer Moonshot and its core initiative Project Orbis, could significantly increase the estimated number of new cancer cases represented amongst its members to approximately 46.88%. Furthermore, it could greatly streamline international regulatory processes and bolster global health equity by expanding access to clinical trials and precision oncology worldwide and the time needed to roll out new cancer treatments globally would significantly shorten, potentially turning a 10-15-year process into a 2-3-year process.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Communication Toolkit: Messaging and Communications to People at Higher Risk for or Disproportionately Impacted by Suicide

November 8, 2023

Since July 2022, 988 has been the national 3-digit hotline for mental health resources and suicide prevention. Though 988 responded to 5 million contacts in its first year, we must increase awareness and use of this valuable resource.With the nationwide transition to 988, a need arose for 988-specific formative research among groups at higher risk for or disproportionately impacted by suicide to help support culturally sensitive, responsive, effective, and successful 988 communications: First, to make more people aware of 988 across the country, then to promote overall help seeking, and instill trust and confidence in the service.The 988 Formative Research Project fills a critical research gap and supports more informed 988 messaging and implementation efforts. The project was conducted to:Uncover knowledge, attitudes, beliefs, and perceptions about accessing crisis services among populations at higher risk for or disproportionately impacted by suicide.Identify and explore barriers and motivators to accessing crisis services among these populations.Inform culturally sensitive, responsive, and effective messaging development to help individuals access 988 in times of crisis.Identify "trusted messengers" that population groups turn to when facing difficult mental health challenges.

Exclusionary by Design: An Investigation of Zoning’s Use as a Tool of Race, Class, and Family Exclusion in Boston’s Suburbs, 1920 to Today

November 8, 2023

Based on extensive review of local planning documents, state reports, and press coverage over the past 100 years, this report finds widespread use of zoning as a tool of social exclusion against residents of color, especially Black residents; lower-income and working-class residents; families with school-aged children; religious minorities; immigrants; and, in some cases, any newcomers/outsiders at all.

Funding trends 2023: Climate change mitigation philanthropy

November 8, 2023

In 2022, the amount of philanthropic funding for climate change mitigation remained essentially unchanged from the previous year — a slowdown from the consistent growth we saw in 2019, 2020, and 2021. Climate giving showed some resilience in 2022 despite challenging global economic conditions, but ultimately fell short of the scale needed to address the crisis. In this decisive moment for the planet, philanthropy must rapidly raise its ambition for advancing transformative climate solutions — in partnership with a wider range of communities, movements, and organizations — and move more funds faster to the places that need them most.

Partners for Impact: Community Colleges and Human Services Nonprofits BOOSTing Family Economic Success Through Organizational Policy and Practice

November 8, 2023

Forging connections between community colleges and human services providers makes it possible to build stronger pathways that include both learning opportunities and social supports. This brief explores how community colleges and human services nonprofits can partner to advance multigenerational family economic success. The paper highlights insights and recommendations from six sites in The Kresge Foundation's BOOST initiative working to change organization policies and practices and connect students with critical supports and career opportunities.