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Bridging Generational Divides in your Wealth Management Strategy with Philanthropy
The ongoing "Great Wealth Transfer" is a historic moment that will redefine the global financial landscape, including that of philanthropy.


Philanthropic trends in 2025 : will philanthropy continue on its path or change course from 2024?
In this article we take a look at what happened in the philanthropy world in 2024 and see what that might mean for philanthropy in 2025.


A Checklist for Impact Measurement: A Guide for Foundations Just Starting Out
For foundations and fonds de dotation, understanding how to measure social impact is key in assessing their own effectiveness. This article


Building a Fruitful Relationship Between Foundations and Charity Partners: Correcting Power Imbalances.
Building a fruitful partnership requires understanding, trust, mutual engagement and recognizing that power imbalances need to be addressed.


Open Philanthropy: Transforming the Dynamics of Giving
Many of us have heard about trust-based philanthropy and participatory grantmaking. There is however less talk about open philanthropy, even


You’ve created your foundation and you’re ready to make a donation…but how do you select which charity to support?
With 1,3 million charitable organisations in France alone, selecting the right charities for your foundation or fonds de dotation to ....


What does a one-time vs.multi-year donation mean for your foundation and for your grantees?
What does a one-time vs.multi-year donation mean for your foundation and for your grantees?


Effective Altruism, is it the Right Philanthropic Strategy for Me?
Taking a look at the essence of effective altruism, its fundamental principles, its key proponents, and the criticisms it faces.


Key Practical, Legal and Financial Considerations when Selecting the Right French Foundation Structure for You.
In philanthropy, one of the most important choices is the vehicle. That is to say, what type of foundation is most suited to your needs?


Navigating the Path of Philanthropy: Questions to Ask Before Taking the Plunge.
Before diving into philanthropy, there are several crucial questions that every prospective philanthropist should ask themselves:


Philanthropy Trends in 2024: What we can hope to see from private and family foundations.
Some of the philanthropy trends in 2024 I think we may see, along with a few that I hope to see more of within foundations and funds.


Why philanthropy isn't just for the wealthy and privileged.
We can sometimes look at philanthropy and philanthropists with our own preconceived notions about wealth. Notions that often are mistaken.


Embracing Trust-Based Philanthropy: A New Paradigm for Foundations
In the world of philanthropy, foundations play a crucial role in driving social change and making a positive impact on society. However,...


When philanthropy innovates. Stepping down to be more effective.
When Philanthropy innovates, it's worth a look. The latest in a series of bold moves by entrepreneurs (for example Patagonia Founder Yvon...
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