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Four Major Skills Necessary for Contemporary Philanthropy Jobs
New philanthropy has changed, and the sector optimally seeks to influence social change. The change has affected the requirements for employees. Below are some of the critical skills one needs to work in modern philanthropy. Experience with Grassroots Work Unlimited...
4 Great Podcasts Focusing on Philanthropy
Many causes exist today, intending to heal the world. When we use our voices to help, the echo is loud. However, some of us might not know how to make a difference. There are numerous ways to bring about change, and the first step can be overwhelming. With so many...
Spotlight: Sell a Home Save a Child
An estimated one out of every six children in the world lives in extreme poverty. This equals more than 356 million children who lack proper housing, food, clean water, and fundamental life needs. These children are more than twice as likely to die during their...
Ways to Motivate Yourself When Working Toward Your Goals
It's never easy to work towards a goal that really matters to you. There will be challenges and setbacks that will test your dedication to reaching your goal, and it will be important to keep yourself motivated through these difficult times. This can be especially...
4 Reasons Students Should Get Involved with Philanthropy
Whereas financial management skills have been taught at home and in school, few people have prioritized training children to donate. Children have been left to learn about it through what is portrayed online and offline in media and charity events. As students acquire...
5 Benefits of Philanthropy
The less fortunate in society live constrained lives due to poverty. In most cases, you will find people dealing with housing issues, food security, to basic healthcare needs. Primary care comes at a cost that most families in less fortunate communities cannot afford....
5 Benefits of Philanthropy
The less fortunate in society live constrained lives due to poverty. In most cases, you will find people dealing with housing issues, food security, to basic healthcare needs. Primary care comes at a cost that most families in less fortunate communities cannot afford....
Ways to Encourage Productivity at Your Philanthropy
Well-run philanthropies are driven to achieve their mission. Productivity should be encouraged amongst their employees. If you’re looking for ideas to improve productivity, here are some. Prioritize Tasks Your employees need to understand how to...
How to Be Smart with Your Donations
Donating to your favorite cause can give you a good feeling, while also helping those who are less fortunate. However, if you don't take the time to research the organizations that receive the money you donate, you may not be doing as much good as you assume. Here are...
Get Involved in Community Philanthropy and Reap the Rewards
Getting involved in community philanthropy is not only a good way to help other people who need a hand up in your town, but it’s also good for business. If your motivation for getting involved in charity work is to bolster your company’s bottom line, there’s nothing...