This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Scientists who become philanthropists are especially attuned to the needs of basic science. At a recent UC Berkeley-Science Philanthropy Alliance event for philanthropists, a conversation with Frances Hellman, physicist and dean…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. There are as many ways to do science philanthropy as there are science philanthropists. At a recent Science Philanthropy Alliance event, cohosted with UC Berkeley and the Heising-Simons Foundation, a…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Ellen Remmer is on a new philanthropic adventure and she’s hoping other women will join her. Remmer, a longtime leader in donor education and advising at The Philanthropic Initiative, recently…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. A majority of Americans say living in a democracy is important, but many feel that the institutions that define our country are getting weaker. Additionally, philanthropy is receiving more scrutiny…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • The author shares stories from transborder students–individuals that cross the U.S.-Mexico border every day to get an education. • Many students are impacted by immigration policy…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Anyone can participate in citizen science, and participants can contribute to high-quality learning experiences and the advancement of scientific research. • Citizen science can help breach…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Craig Kielburger, writing for Charity Navigator, lists the ways that teenagers can give back and contribute their time to make an impact on others’ lives as well…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Getting Smart highlights 8 reasons why students should share and showcase their works in schools and talked to teachers about how student engagement increases when students…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Jake Siegel reports that a small immunotherapy trial successfully prevented 12 high-risk acute myeloid leukemia from relapsing, suggesting the modified T-cells could be a way to prevent…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Phillip Littleton explains the three steps that agencies can take to ensure a stable, loving home for every child around the world. • How can you and/your…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Sabin Russell shares five key takeaways from Fred Hutch’s 3rd Symposium on Infectious Diseases in the Immunocompromised Host. • How can funders best support the needs of immune-compromised patients?…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Gloria Horsley the behaviors of Gen Z donors and what they mean for the future of philanthropy, a concern that should be shared by donors from every…