Welcome to the next generation of philanthropy
First there was the largesse of the industrial barons, then the big international agencies of the postwar years. Now comes Philanthropy 3.0
A changing landscape
Accounting for the new philanthropy
In a philanthropic economy, the gift market would be balanced against the exchange market in every transaction
New breed of company blurs lines between charity and business
Balancing activism and the profit motive isn’t easy, but it’s well worth the effort, say leaders of Canadian social enterprise
The changing face of giving: Why donors choose anonymity
Closeted philanthropists are not the norm but they are on the rise for personal, spiritual and business reasons
Fundraising through Facebook? Please like
Social media can bring in charity dollars at a tiny fraction of direct-mail costs. But those who click to donate are still a drop in the bucket
Canvassers take the cause to the street
A growing army of face-to-face fundraisers works Canada’s busiest sidewalks for major charities, becoming a chief source of monthly donations
Non-profits worried new law will hurt smaller agencies
Organizations have until October, 2014, to meet stringent regulations
Scrapping tax on charitable stock donations ‘worked unequivocally,’ Paul Martin recalls
Sparked by a proposal from an investment banker with a philanthropic bent, former prime minister’s move resulted in a significant rise in giving
Movie or mango tree? How your discretionary income can help others
By giving up just one of your ‘wants,’ you could help several people in need
Philanthropy’s new class act
Forget fundraiser runs and volunteering for Girl Guides. There’s a change afoot in academe, as educators at all grade levels explore ways to teach students the principles of responsible charity
A Chinese boomtown test drives the concept of charity
Shenzhen’s breakthrough experiment, which fosters the creation of NGOs and charities, aims to help those left behind by the economic reforms of 1980
Expanded capital-gains exemptions to be studied
Commons finance committee to study charitable donations incentives
Expand the capital gains exemption to pre-empt a charitable crisis
It’s vital that Ottawa encourage charitable gifts in the form of private company shares and real estate
It’s time to say ‘not’ to not-for-profit
What other sector of the economy refers to itself by what it’s not? A better name is the ‘social profit sector’
How to make the most of your donation dollars
Here’s a charity action plan to help you determine how much to give and to whom
What’s the best charity for you?
Before you write your cheque, check out these resources for evaluating financial health, accountability and results
New social impact bond targets the greater good
By combining societal goals with business acumen, pioneering class of investment asset aims fill gaps charities, government can’t
I put my faith in creative philanthropy
It’s not simply about signing a cheque, says Britain's former PM. More and more often, supporters donate technology, supplies or infrastructure to a cause they’re passionate about
Governor-General says time, talent, treasure keys to philanthropy
David Johnston explains why he hopes this will be a hallmark of the celebrations on Canada’s 150th birthday in 2017
In Harper's Canada, will we give more of ourselves to get lower taxes?
In an era where fiscally restrained governments confront rising need created by economic turmoil, the private sector must do more. And the private sector is each one of us.
Giving continent: An African icon leads by example
83% of wealthy black South Africans support family and friends. In Canada, only 23.1% of tax filers donate
From coffin-maker to mentor: One African's lifetime of philanthropy
As the gap between rich and poor grows larger, a surge in philanthropy is sweeping the African continent, most markedly in South Africa. Many of the newly rich still donate only a tiny portion of their wealth. But some South Africans have spent their lives giving back, such as businessman Linda Twala.
Britain's 'Big Society:' Noble experiment in volunteerism or cynical politics?
‘Good ideas’ but PM David Cameron ‘needs to work harder at grafting the details.’
Hospital helped Canadiens’ Pacioretty, now Max gives back
Pacioretty Foundation will raise money for brain trauma treatment, research at Montreal General, where Canadien recovered from severe injury at hands of Boston Bruins’ Chara
How grassroots sports improves lives around the world
For kids, to play is to learn: MYSA and the Toronto-based Right to Play, are united in a movement called Sport for Development and Peace
Giving them the right to play
A photographic look at recent events involving The Right to Play
The many faces of giving – and receiving – in Canada
An uncertain economy threatens to send already dwindling charitable donations from an aging base of givers into permanent decline. For the country’s charities, it is an undeniable crisis – but also a moment of unprecedented opportunity.
Corporate giving coming with more strings attached
Many Canadian corporations are tightening their donation budgets and asking for more in return.
For celebrity givers, it’s not just about the cash
Star power isn’t enough to make philanthropy work – anyone can have a foundation, but success also depends on genuine, sweat-soaked commitment
The stars give — and we give them a star rating
In charity, as in entertainment, there are five-star megahits and zero-star clunkers. From Brangelina to Paris Hilton, The Globe gives the rundown on who’s in it for the cause, and who for the applause
Inside Michael Audain's personal art collection
The Canadian art philanthropist talks about works from his collection in an exhibition opening Saturday at the Vancouver Art Gallery
Notable pieces from Michael Audain's collection
Michael Audain and his wife Yoshiko Karasawa have amassed an art collection numbering in the hundreds. They have made a selection available for display at the Vancouver Art Gallery
Sir Ronald Cohen: private capital for the public’s benefit
The godfather of social finance explains how investment tools can be used to address societal problems
Arts giving: A big-money game
If you want to save lives, you fund a hospital. If you want to transform them, maybe you help build an opera house, or fund promising young artists
Four steps to a more generous Canada
We should make sure that giving – of time, of money, of energy, ideas and expertise – is easier, and that charitable work can have more impact.
12 people who are transforming philanthropy
Here are a dozen innovative individuals who are reaching beyond old norms of philanthropy to help people in new ways. This is part of The Globe and Mail's in-depth look at the evolution of philanthropy.
Five key players in Canadian philanthropy
These benefactors are supporting important initiatives to bolster higher education, help the downtrodden, advance the frontiers of science and foster excellence in the arts. This is part of The Globe and Mail's in-depth look at the evolution of philanthropy.
Why Li Ka Shing thinks of his charity as a ‘third son’
The Chinese billionaire has dedicated his foundation to health care and causes concerned with human dignity
Charities upset over accountability comments
Minister’s remarks about meeting performance targets cause concern, confusion
Editor's note: The perils and promise of the new philanthropy
The Globe and Mail launches a series that captures the transformation of philanthropy. Our journalists explain how a few visionary billionaires, the social-media generation and the world economic crisis have come together to rewrite the rules of giving.
How your giving has changed
A Globe reader charts their giving - Click to read more
