Creating a Mission Statement to Preserve a Philanthropic Vision
With a clear mission statement, a foundation can enact its vision and preserve the intent of its founding philanthropist.
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How State Think Tanks Fought Covid with Health Care Reform
When the pandemic hit in March of 2020, Americans needed access to quality health care more than ever before. And fast. States sprang into action to make it as easy as possible to get care, lifting many government barriers in the process.
Freedom of Speech Restored in Constitution State
Thanks to the Kissel case, the state will no longer enforce the challenged rules and will publish a notice on its website to inform fundraisers they are not subject to these burdens.
Forging a New Path in Higher Education: University of Austin (UATX)
In this Donor Briefing, Pano Kanelos, University of Austin (UATX) founding president, will discuss higher education with Elise Westhoff, Philanthropy Roundtable’s president and CEO, and Windle Jarvis, Philanthropy Roundtable’s vice president of development.
Gates Foundation Strengthens Its Board with New Members
Less than a year after the Gates Foundation announced it was considering enlarging its board of three (Bill Gates, Melinda French Gates and Warren Buffet), the names of the new Read more…
Joanne Florino Featured in Forbes Article on Bezos Gift to Smithsonian
While some institutions ask philanthropists to sign a morals clause that could permit removal of the donor’s name from a property if a future scandal were to arise, there is no such agreement in this case. Florino says she doesn’t find the absence of this clause unusual.
Celebrities Who Gave to Charity Inspire Others – Even After Their Passing
These three entertainers were motivated by personal reasons during their lifetimes to donate to causes that helped their communities.
House Legislation From Reps. Pingree and Reed Will Crush Charitable Giving
Today Rep. Chellie Pingree (D-Maine) and Rep. Tom Reed (R-N.Y.) introduced the so-called ACE Act which would restrict charitable giving, ultimately reducing the funds available to U.S. charities and the most vulnerable who benefit from them.
Anonymous DAF Giving is Hardly Controversial
Donor-advised funds are under congressional scrutiny today with pending federal legislation aimed at, among other things, limiting donor privacy.
Patrice Onwuka Discusses National School Choice Week on WMAL
In recognition of National School Choice Week, Philanthropy Roundtable Adjunct Senior Fellow Patrice Onwuka, also a co-host on WMAL’s “O’Connor & Company,” highlighted the issue on the show in a conversation with co-host Larry O’Connor.
New York Legislature Takes Steps to Protect Identities of Donors
While New York still has a long way to go in protecting the privacy of donors, Senate Bill 4817A is a step in the right direction of preserving that free speech.
From Academia to Wall Street: Discussing DEI at Business Schools
Watch a panel on how schools of business can equip their students to have conversations around diversity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace, encourage viewpoint diversity and benefit from the Read more…
Free Speech on Campus: The Role of the University and its Leadership
University of Chicago President Robert Zimmer has been a visionary leader within the higher education space, working with his faculty and administration to establish the university’s Chicago Principles of Free Read more…
Perspectives on Philanthropy Speaker Series with Elise Westhoff
Listen to a conversation on the world of philanthropy and its role to empower people with opportunities to succeed with Roundtable President and CEO Elise Westhoff and Lilly Family School Read more…
The Time to Stand and Speak
The world needs compassion, courage and hope. The way forward falls to those who share our ideals. Listen to Roundtable’s President and CEO Elise Westhoff on the need to stand Read more…
Interview with Benson Center for the Study of Western Civilization Director and Professor Daniel Jacobson
Listen to an interview with Benson Center for the Study of Western Civilization, University of Colorado Boulder Director and Professor of Philosophy Daniel Jacobson on the topic of merit and Read more…
Elise Westhoff at Heritage’s Resource Bank Meeting: America is Worth Fighting For
Philanthropy Roundtable President and CEO Elise Westhoff spoke at The Heritage Foundation’s Resource Bank in Austin, Texas, on how citizens, philanthropists and legislators can develop solutions to some of our Read more…
How to Engage Other Viewpoints and Opinions in Today’s Environment
As our nation grapples with issues on race, protests and activism have reached a fever pitch. Slogans such as “Silence is violence” and “I’m listening” seem to be at odds Read more…
Outsmarting Albert Barnes
The Barnes Collection has opened in its new home in Philadelphia, yet its saga leaves a cautionary tale behind in Merion
Elise Westhoff Highlights Key Accomplishments in State of the Roundtable
Last week, Philanthropy Roundtable President and CEO Elise Westhoff, along with Chairman of the Board Rick Graber, participated in the organization’s second annual State of the Roundtable.