This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Ria Mazumdar explains how volunteerism, combining volunteering and tourism, can be inherently problematic and lead to unsustainable outcomes. • Can the voluntourism industry improve enough to be worthwhile?…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Tom Jacobs reports that a thorough analysis of immigration throughout American history reveals that immigrants have been beneficial for America and its economy. • How is…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Gabriela Citrone may be a recent college graduate, but her philanthropic vision is already firmly established. Citrone was first introduced to the world of philanthropy at six years old when…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • The Lilly Family School of Philanthropy shares insights from a report called Philanthropy Outlook, which includes predictions on how funders might act during a potential recession. •…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Various cities are struggling to address how the coronavirus will spread throughout homeless shelters unless creative housing alternatives are put in place to reduce overcrowding. •…
Giving Compass’ Take: • In this video, experts focused on the inequities of the U.S. health system and provide four main ways for health innovation to address these challenges. •…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Data shows that approximately 16 percent of students in NYC public schools have not been in touch with their schools, and there is no systemwide standard…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Kris Putnam-Walkerly discusses the various mistakes that philanthropists often make during crises and offers suggestions on what to do instead. • Where are the most significant…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Melissa De Witte recaps a recent report on reasons why certain demographics have resisted social distancing regulations. • How can we peaceably reinforce the importance of social…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Lillian Mongeau reveals the impending dangers of losing vital child care services from economic and public health shocks related to the coronavirus. • How can you…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Jennifer Erb-Downward explains the need for immediate action to provide resources and shelter for people facing homelessness throughout the global pandemic. • What can we learn…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Kathy Hirsh-Pasek and Andres S. Bustamante suggest COVID-19 may be teaching us something about paying preschool teachers more fairly. • With bipartisan support for paying preschool…