David Sloan’s Post

Nǐ hǎo (你好) from Hong Kong! I have arrived in the city ahead of the Institute of Philanthropy Philanthropy for Better Cities Forum on Monday and Tuesday next week, around some meetings. As I look over the program, I'd love to start a conversation with you over the course of a few days, and I welcome your comments. 🌏 Why Should Australian Non-Profits Consider International Philanthropy? In an increasingly interconnected world, the role of philanthropy transcends borders. As Australian non-profits, we have a unique opportunity to engage in international philanthropy—an approach that enhances our mission and maximises our impact on global challenges. For example, international philanthropy allows us to: - Address Global Issues: Many challenges require collaborative solutions spanning nations from health crises to climate change. - Share Knowledge and Resources: By partnering with organisations worldwide, we can exchange innovative ideas and best practices that benefit both local and global communities. - Expand Our Reach: Engaging in cross-border giving opens doors to new funding sources and networks, strengthening our capacity to drive change. As we explore these opportunities, I hope to consider how our collective efforts can contribute to a more equitable and healthy world. What are your thoughts on engaging in international philanthropy? Share your insights in the comments! 💬 I'll post again to stimulate further conversations. Please do tag others. I'd love to hear from you. #InternationalPhilanthropy #NonProfit #GlobalImpact #Philanthropy Wesley Research Institute Philanthropy Australia James Chen Fundraising Institute Australia Ryan Ginard, CFRE Aaron McNeilly Krystian Seibert Maree Sidey Will Beresford Caitriona (Cat) Fay Denise Cheng GAICD Myriad Australia Myriad Alliance Give2Asia

At #PBC2024, #IoP unveiled the joint publication, ‘Examining Trust and Measurement in Asian Philanthropy’, by IoP and McKinsey & Company. This report provides an in-depth look at the evolving landscape of social impact measurement in #Asia, highlighting how philanthropies in the region are adopting different aspects of trust-based philanthropy. We’re excited to share valuable insights from nearly seventy influential leaders and experts in the field! To kick off our series of insights, let’s start with the fundamental yet important question: What is #Trust-Based #Philanthropy? The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated flexible funding practices among donors, enabling them to respond swiftly to the unique challenges faced by non-profits. This shift has sparked a growing interest in trust-based philanthropy, igniting discussions about its implications for measuring impact. As we explore how this model can transform practices in philanthropy — especially in Asia, a region poised to drive global change — how familiar are you with this approach? Trust-based philanthropy seeks to foster equitable power dynamics between funders and grantees, empowering local communities to chart their own paths to meaningful change. It includes six specific grantmaking practices, as defined by the Trust-Based Philanthropy Project. A shining example of this is Yield Giving, established by MacKenzie Scott in 2019. They exemplify trust-based philanthropy through their approach to due diligence and unrestricted giving in their two distinct grantmaking strategies: Quiet Research and Open Call. Curious to learn more? Download the full report and explore successful case studies on trust-based philanthropy here: https://lnkd.in/enM2mc-A Let’s continue the conversation on how we can foster trust and impact in philanthropy! #ImpactfulPhilanthropy #HKJC #HKJCCharitiesTrust #AsianPhilanthropy

"The new Global South foundations have opportunities to leapfrog over the philanthropic sectors of the Global North with their partnerships and their digital and financial tools." Two new books explore post-pandemic developments in organized philanthropy across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. They argue the merits of a new approach to philanthropy in these regions, more strongly focused on partnerships, networks, and innovation to create more impact. Hilary Pearson reviews: Reimagining Philanthropy in the Global South: From Analysis to Action in a Post-COVID World, edited by Clare Woodcraft, Kamal Munir, and Dr Nitya Mohan Khemka. The Business of Philanthropy: Perspectives and Insights from Global Thought Leaders on How to Change the World, by Badr Jafar https://lnkd.in/e6fSnySy

Bear with me :) I have only a few more insights to share about the excellent few days of the conference between other meetings. :) I recently attended a session on “From Grant-making to Governance: How Does Private Charity Interact with Public Policy?” featuring speakers @Agnes Binagwaho, Heidi Larson, Bernhard Schwartländer, Brieuc Van Damme, and suwit wibulpolprasert, facilitated by Patrick Nip. Key Themes Discussed: - Evolving Role of Philanthropy: The session highlighted the shift of philanthropic organisations from filling public service gaps to driving innovative models and policy reforms. Brieuc emphasised the need for a balanced relationship between government and philanthropy, aligning with The Hon. Julia Gillard AC’s point about the value philanthropy can add. Trust is crucial in this collaboration. - Trust and Governance: Trust is essential in public-private-philanthropic partnerships. Heidi noted, “The biggest driver of distrust is not knowing, and when you don't know, you aren't familiar.” This underscores the importance of transparency and governance to build confidence in our motivations and capabilities. - Complementary Strengths: The discussion focused on how philanthropy and government can leverage their unique strengths. Suwit remarked, “No research without action, no action without research,” emphasising the need for evidence-based approaches. - Empowering Diverse Voices: Agnes stressed the importance of including diverse perspectives in policy discussions, advocating for a systemic constituency to foster collaboration between stakeholders. - Balancing Responsibilities: A key concern was the risk of philanthropy taking on governmental roles, which could undermine both government sustainability and philanthropy’s accountability. My takeaways: - Trust and Transparency: Effective partnerships require governance structures that respect the independence of each sector. - Agility and Risk-Taking: Philanthropic organisations can add value through agility and long-term perspectives, avoiding bureaucratic pitfalls. - Community Engagement: Building trust with communities is essential and necessitates accountability. - Evidence-Based Strategies: Research-driven interventions foster public confidence and lead to positive outcomes. - Inclusion of Diverse Stakeholders: Engaging a variety of voices enriches policy discussions and philanthropic efforts. It's clear that we prioritise trust and collaboration between philanthropy and public policy to create more equitable systems. #Philanthropy #PublicPolicy #Healthcare #Trust #Collaboration Wesley Research Institute World Health Organization King Baudouin Foundation Myriad Australia Myriad Alliance Institute of Philanthropy Philanthropy Australia Gabriel Leung

“Focusing on country-level initiatives to drive meaningful shifts requires the global philanthropy community to acknowledge how philanthropy may have historically been incepted as a vehicle for colonial projects. This means readdressing the balance through genuine commitments to localised development."

🎓 🥗 LUNCH & LEARN | Reimagining #philanthropy in the #GlobalSouth in a #postCOVID world 🔎 While there have always been high levels of #philanthropic giving in the Global South, the urgency and unexpectedness of COVID-19 transformed the parameters within which philanthropy operates. The #pandemic has dramatically disrupted the bureaucratic, hierarchical relationship between Global North and Global South philanthropic organizations, and a more dynamic, open relationship that allows more local capability #development and the effective use of local knowledge has emerged. Three important trends have characterized this new era: 1️⃣ a focus on building infrastructure, capacity and knowledge by funding #networks; 2️⃣ an increased #collaboration between Global South governments and local philanthropists; 3️⃣ and the importance of funding core costs and providing unrestricted #funding. The book "Reimagining Philanthropy in the Global South" (Cambridge University Press) brings together 13 Global South philanthropy leaders and examines how newer models of philanthropy are tackling development challenges, including #poverty, #inequality and access to #healthcare and education, and questions how organizations are coping with structural changes in donor-driven philanthropy; how changes in traditional grant making are impacting the imperatives of recipient organizations; and how indigenous philanthropy is making a difference. 👉 On the occasion of the #GivingTuesday, our 53rd Lunch & Learn will present the main takeaways from this book to better know and understand philanthropy in the Global South, co-edited by the new Executive Director of the Chaire Philanthropie de l'ESSEC, Clare Woodcraft. 👥 We will be pleased to listen to our two speakers: 🔹  Clare Woodcraft, Executive Director, Chaire Philanthropie de l'ESSEC Chair; Co-Editor of the book “Reimagining philanthropy in the Global South: From analysis to action in a post-COVID world” (Cambridge University Press, 2024) 🔹  J. Satrijo Tanudjojo, Former Global CEO (2018-2024), Tanoto Foundation; Executive Vice Chairman for President University Foundation (Indonesia). 💥 📅 Join us online on Tuesday, December 3rd from 12.15 pm to 1.45 pm (CET) ! 👉 Zoom link upon registration ⬇ Sign up on our event page with the link provided in the comments ⬇ Fondation de France Fondation Daniel et Nina Carasso Edmond de Rothschild Family Philanthropy Fondation Caritas France ESSEC Business School ESSEC Alumni Arthur Gautier Anne Monier Marie-Stéphane Maradeix Carenews, le média des acteurs de l'engagement 🌍📗

Unfortunately, I wasn't able to attend the 2024 Philanthropy Australia Conference held in Adelaide earlier this month. The new CEO of Philanthropy Australia, Maree Sidey opened with a speech highlighting a need for collaboration, courage, and a shift in perspectives to address critical societal challenges. Australia’s giving compares unfavourably with our counterparts – 0.81 per cent of GDP, compared with 1.84 per cent in New Zealand and 2.1 per cent in the United States. Reaching the NZ proportion of giving would lift annual giving in Australia from $13.1 billion to $30 billion per annum. https://lnkd.in/dxuX8xXX

At the 2024 African Philanthropy Forum conference, leaders gathered around a powerful theme: "A New Agenda for African Philanthropy—Catalyzing Funding to Accelerate Africa's Transformation." This vision is all about reshaping philanthropy in Africa to be agile, collaborative, and impactful. In a recent article on communal giving, I explore how African philanthropy has always been rooted in shared responsibility and local knowledge. This tradition of giving passed down through generations, is uniquely positioned to drive the continent's transformation. The APF conference sessions echoed this, spotlighting trust-based philanthropy to empower communities, strategic alignment with government to amplify impact, and global insights to spark sustainable transformation across sectors. This convergence of ideas underscores the value of locally-driven philanthropy, especially when communities themselves are empowered to lead the charge. When we invest in our own communities, directing resources to where they’re needed most, we accelerate change that resonates and endures. Read more from the article to explore how communal giving lays a strong foundation for this era of African philanthropy. https://lnkd.in/dZ_TRZNh #CommunalGiving #CatalyzingChange #AfricanPhilanthropy #LocalGiving #NationalDevelopment #SocialImpact

🌟𝐍𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐲 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬🌟 We are proud to open nominations for the 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐲 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 (𝐄𝐀𝐏𝐀). Since their inception in 2012, these awards have been a critical platform for recognizing the exceptional and revolutionary contributions of individuals and organizations in philanthropy across East Africa. They serve as a foundation for advocacy and action, driving strategic mobilization of domestic resources for sustainable community development. 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬: This year’s awards are delineated into eight strategic categories, each designed to reflect the breadth and depth of philanthropic impact achievable through focused, localized efforts. 𝐍𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞: We extend an invite to you to submit nominations by the 𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒. This is a unique opportunity to elevate and acknowledge the efforts of those who harness the power of philanthropy to create sustainable change. 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐍𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞: Visit our website or scan the QR code on our promotional materials to propose actors who exemplify leadership, innovation, and significant community impact in their philanthropic activities. 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤 - https://lnkd.in/d89tijMq

My mind and heart are still buzzing from 4 amazing days at the Council on Foundations #BuildingTogether24 conference last week! More than 400 philanthropic leaders gathered to build the skills and relationships our country needs to bridge differences and counteract toxic polarization. A robust thank you to the Council on Foundations and its partners for hosting this first-of-its-kind event! Some themes I’m still noodling on: 💡 It’s critical to understand what bridging is and isn't, because bridging done poorly can do harm. OBI’s Joshua Clark, Ph.D. Clark reminded us that,  "Bridging is NOT about meeting in the middle...[we know] it has happened when there is a 'we' despite the fact that differences still exist."  Eric Ward argued that there is no binary between bridging and equity: "Bridging means bringing necessary voices together to figure out how to move forward…we can’t do bridging without equity." 🏛 We need to institutionalize bridging. I greatly appreciated the words of Layla Zaidane, who talked about how Gen Z and Millennial leaders who are a part of Future Caucus produce and pass much more legislation than their peers. Why? Because they are in relationship with those across the aisle.  "Investing in the infrastructure to develop relationships leads to better outcomes, better conflicts,” she said, thus, "We need to institutionalize ways of forging relationships among leaders..." 🏡 Building relational infrastructure between elected leaders is critical, but not enough…Focusing just on elected leaders won’t work because they’re hamstrung: Bob Dold told of how constituents today sometimes punish representatives from their party for attempting to collaborate across the aisle. Moreover, we know that 60-70% of Americans don’t feel that democracy is working for them. For both of these problems, the best avenue for change may be local experiences, where bridging and belonging can be most easily translated into inclusion and decision-making that influences their daily lives.  🌈 What would a standing, community-level institution bent on bridging look like? One model comes from a western suburb of Boston—it is called the Needham Resilience Network (NRN). For two years, 30 leaders drawn from every identity and stakeholder group–including the Town manager, Superintendent of Schools, and the Chief of Police—came together to build relationships, anchor in the language belonging, learn skills for communicating across difference, and collaborate. The results were mind blowing! Read about it in their words: https://lnkd.in/eGK8NziK (Feb 9) #BuildingTogether24 did something participants would have thought unthinkable just years earlier—it brought philanthropy together to engage around bridging. I left asking, “What if nothing is unthinkable?”  And now: How might America look different if every town or city had access to an institution that forged relationships across its diverse leaders? https://bit.ly/3QA0QDB