James Smithson
…During his years in Pembroke College at Oxford University, he became interested in the natural sciences, particularly chemistry. His research so impressed his colleagues and mentors that within a year…
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The Giving Review: Forgo Mandates and Work to Change Philanthropy through Excellent Grantmaking
…not new; the search for root causes engaged John Rockefeller throughout his life. Today, foundations of all sizes and philosophical persuasions frequently supplement their support for basic community needs with…
The Chronicle of Philanthropy Highlights Elise Westhoff’s Accomplishments at the Roundtable
…the board launches a search for a permanent leader. Today, The Chronicle of Philanthropy published an article commemorating Westhoff’s achievements at the Roundtable, highlighting her tenacity in leading the organization…
How to Support the Maui Wildfires Relief Effort
…17 could double as firefighters and rescue personnel search for those missing. It is estimated that 2,200 structures have been destroyed, with 86% of those being residential, and hundreds of…
How to Support Israel During This Moment of Crisis
…displaced from their homes and separated from loved ones. They continue to search for information on those who were kidnapped. At the same time, antisemitism continues to mount, reaching historic…
Letter to the Editor: Salmon Pushes Back Against Craig Kennedy’s Critique of Donor Privacy
In a Letter to the Editor of The Chronicle of Philanthropy entitled “Donor Privacy Is Essential. Stop Asking Lawmakers to Force Disclosure,” Philanthropy Roundtable’s Director of Policy Research Jack Salmon…
A Conversation with Hillsdale College: “We’re Changing the Face of American Public Education”
…recommendation. It’s our opinion that the best way to learn from history is to balance our thinking of the past and search for the truth in primary source documents, a…