Philanthropy's Role in Systems Change

Explore the evolving role of philanthropy in catalyzing systemic change through this thought-provoking panel discussion from the 2022 Aspen Ideas Festival. Delve into how philanthropic institutions can address root causes of inequality and injustice, moving beyond traditional approaches that often maintain the status quo. Examine strategies for making philanthropy more participatory and innovative in an era of widespread institutional distrust. Learn from expert insights shared by Jane Wales of the Aspen Institute, Rodney Foxworth of Common Future, Caryl Stern of the Walton Family Foundation, and Jen Ford Reedy of the Bush Foundation as they discuss the challenges and opportunities for philanthropy to drive lasting social impact.

Philanthropy's Role in Systems Change