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Philanthropisms

Rhodri Davies
Philanthropy
Nonprofits
Artificial Intelligence
Impact Investing
Civil Society
Social Justice
Participatory Grant-Making
Routledge Handbook Of Artificial Intelligence and Philanthropy
Climate Philanthropy
Democracy
Narrative Power
Foundation Spend-Down
Community Engagement
Youth Participation
Sdgs
Charitable Giving
Fundraising
Legacy
Education
Individualism

Philanthropisms is the podcast that puts philanthropy in context. Through conversations with expert guests and deep dives into topics, host Rhodri Davies explores giving throughout history, the key trends shaping generosity around the world today and what the future might hold for philanthropy. Contact: rhodri@whyphilanthropymatters.com.

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On the fourteenth edition of our podcast partnership with the European Research Network on Philanthropy (ERNOP), we talk to more academics whose work is featured in the latest batch of short, practitioner-focused ERNOP Research Note... more

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On this episode we talk to Jen Ford Reedy, President of the Bush Foundation, about her new book "Please Be Good At Philanthropy" and why it is important for grantmakers to turn good intentions into clear strategy. Including:

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In this episode we hear from Isaac Jones, Director of the UK charity First Give, about their work in schools helping children and young people to become 'philanthropic citizens'. Including:

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In this episode we talk to Emily Teitsworth, Executive Director of the Honnold Foundation (the nonprofit set up by world-famous climber Alex Honnold), about trust, risk and the foundation's work supporting community-led climate work... more

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Isaac Jones
Director of First Give
First Give
Episode: Isaac Jones: Teaching children and young people to be philanthropic citizens
Emily Teitsworth
Executive Director of the Honnold Foundation
Honnold Foundation
Episode: Emily Teitsworth: Trust, Risk & Supporting Community-Led Climate Initiatives
Renata Minerbo
Co-founder and head of philanthropy at Be The Earth
Be The Earth Foundation
Episode: Renata Minerbo: taking a holistic approach to philanthropy
Dr. Xanthe Scharff
Managing Director for External Affairs and Editor-at-Large, Freedom Fund
The Freedom Fund
Episode: Dr Xanthe Scharff: Mackenzie Scott gifts, collaborative funding & combatting modern slavery
Laurie Paarlberg
From Indiana University, the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy
Indiana University
Episode: ERNOP: Connecting Philanthropy Academia & Practice #13
Lauren Dula
From Binghamton University, State University of New York
Binghamton University, SUNY
Episode: ERNOP: Connecting Philanthropy Academia & Practice #13
Marius van Dijke
Researcher, Rotterdam School of Management
Rotterdam School of Management
Episode: ERNOP: Connecting Philanthropy Academia & Practice #13
Oto Potluka
From University of Chemistry and Technology Prague, Department of Economics and Management
University of Chemistry and Technology Prague
Episode: ERNOP: Connecting Philanthropy Academia & Practice #13
Craig Newmark
Founder of Craigslist; philanthropist; founder of Craig Newmark Philanthropies
Craig Newmark Philanthropies
Episode: Craig Newmark on philanthropy

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • Long-winded

    This episode tackles an important topic in modern philanthropy — the rationale and strategy behind “spending down” foundations — but unfortunately loses much of its potential through weak editorial focus. The introduction is unnecessarily long and adds little value; it feels more like a warm-up than a framing of the discussion. Once the main conversation begins, the tone is thoughtful but also meandering, with frequent repetition of arguments and little synthesis or progression. Listeners who ex... more

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  • Great for serious philanthropy geeks

    I enjoy this long-form, highly informative show. Sophisticated, balanced analysis on important philanthropy topics and developments. From the UK, but relevant in various national contexts.

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    5
    RustyStahl
    United States2 years ago

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Isaac Jones: Teaching children and young people to be philanthropic citizens
Q: How do you handle due diligence and ensure responsibility in choosing charities?
Students are given a set of questions to ask charities and must verify the charities are registered. The process emphasizes local organizations first, with guidance to ensure meaningful engagement and careful research before making a decision.
Isaac Jones: Teaching children and young people to be philanthropic citizens
Q: What impact do funders see, and how do they fit into the program?
Funders fund the thousand-pound grants and view the program as a way to achieve multiple aims: distribute small grants to local causes, build young people's confidence and civic skills, and strengthen community cohesion. The model is flexible, with funders having varied priorities beyond simply giving money.
Isaac Jones: Teaching children and young people to be philanthropic citizens
Q: How does the program actually work in a school setting?
The program spans seven to twelve, delivered within curriculum time with a structured process: teams identify local issues, research charities, and select a local, registered charity to support. They then undertake social action and present their case in a final, where judges—including charity reps and community leaders—decide the winner of the grant.
Isaac Jones: Teaching children and young people to be philanthropic citizens
Q: What is First Give and how did it come about?
First Give is a program that partners with schools to develop a civic and philanthropic identity in young people, culminating in a thousand-pound grant awarded to a charity chosen by a class. It was founded to foster a more generous, engaged society and to give young people meaningful opportunities to participate in social action.
ERNOP: Connecting Philanthropy Academia & Practice #10
Q: How does government alignment affect charitable donations, and what is the main mechanism behind this?
Donors adjust their giving based on beliefs about whether the government can and will provide welfare; when the opposing party is in power, donors across parties tend to donate less to charities because they doubt the government's ability to deliver. The mechanism is belief-driven, not purely spending levels.

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What is Philanthropisms about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Philanthropisms presents long-form conversations with leading thinkers and practitioners shaping modern philanthropy. Episodes typically explore themes like trust-based and holistic grantmaking, power dynamics in foundations, impact measurement beyond numbers, and the evolving role of data, storytelling, and collaboration in grantmaking. Guests range from foundation leaders and academics to journalists and activists, often tying philanthropy to social movements, governance, and systemic reform. The show tends to favor thoughtful, research-informed discussions that balance practical lessons with critical perspectives on legacy, scarcity mindset, and the infrastructure of philanthropy. A notable strength is its willingness to tackle tough top... more

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