Philanthropy and Democracy in the 21st Century

Explore the complex relationship between philanthropy and democracy in this thought-provoking panel discussion featuring experts from diverse backgrounds. Delve into the challenges faced by individual donors and corporate entities in navigating their philanthropic roles amidst rising global populism. Examine critiques of philanthropic influence on civil society and learn about innovative approaches to responsible giving. Gain insights on topics such as the perpetuity of foundations, campaign finance reform, and the importance of diversity in philanthropy. Discover practical strategies for effective giving, including the "teach a man to fish" approach and ecosystem-based philanthropy. Engage with critical perspectives on the current state of philanthropy and explore potential solutions for creating a more equitable and impactful philanthropic landscape in the 21st century.

Introduction
Blue Meridian Partners
Bayshore Global Management
Critical Perspective on Philanthropy
Consumer Perspective on Philanthropy
Populism and Philanthropy
Perpetuality of Foundations
The Challenge
Upsidedown Effect
Campaign Finance Reform
Collusion for Good
Sandbox Mentality
Center for Strategic Philanthropy
Corporate America
Finding Practical Causes
Listening to Criticism
Point of Discussion
How do we navigate this
Teach a man to fish
Importance of diversity
Ideal future for philanthropy
Ecosystem approach to philanthropy
Change agents