Peter Karoff passed away this year but his legendary work lives on in the philanthropic sector.
Author: Dien Yuen
What Do Travel Advisors and Social Impact Have in Common?
The Good Travels Advisor program trains travel advisors in responsible travel, giving and volunteering. Research has shown that giving back matters to travelers and travel advisors have a chance to support their meaningful experiences, giving and learning through especially powerful travel experiences, which in turn supports the travel advisor’s business as well as travel destinations.
Bill Somerville: Simple Can Be Significant
Bill Somerville’s career as a maverick grantmaker spans 50 years in the nonprofit sector. At this talk TEDx event, Bill shows us how philanthropic efforts can be nimble, responsive, and imaginative.
Fair and Equitable Compensation in Nonprofit Work
Fair and equitable compensation in the nonprofit sector is required if we are to retain and recruit the best talent to tackle social issues. The Chinese American Community Foundation’s survey on executive compensation in the U.S. paints a different story. What about the situation in Asia?
A (Missed?) Philanthropic Opportunity in Nonprofit Leadership Development
The study, “Cultivating Nonprofit Leadership: A (Missed?) Philanthropic Opportunity,” makes the case that foundations should dedicate additional resources to fund and encourage the development of leaders in the nonprofit sector.
Nepal Disaster and Recovery Efforts: Long Road Ahead
The global outpouring of support for Nepal’s earthquake victims has been generous and welcome. However, donors should treat their contributions as they would other investments, and carefully consider the organization receiving their gift.
Asia-Pacific Family Offices and Philanthropy
Report finds family beneficiaries are more likely to be involved in Asia-Pacific offices, not only in investment planning, but notably in their engagement with philanthropy, often taking strategic roles.
Rules to Give By: A Global Philanthropy Legal Environment Index
Rules to Give By: A Global Philanthropy Legal Environment Index, investigates how 177 governments support philanthropic giving in a comparable and standardized way.
Should Philanthropy Advisors Be Accredited?
Should philanthropy advisors be held to the same standards as other professional advisors and should they be accredited?
A Guide to Social Enterprises in Asia
Social enterprises are a growing phenomenon in Asia. This guide will help you understand what they are, how they function, and how they contribute to social and environmental change in Asia.