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Why Philanthrocapitalism Can Change the World

Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube

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Course Description

Overview

Explore the concept of philanthrocapitalism and its potential to transform the world in this 45-minute talk featuring Matthew Bishop and Corby Kummer. Delve into the history of philanthropy, examining golden ages and influential figures like Bill Gates, Warren Buffett, and Andrew Carnegie. Analyze the impact of philanthropy on Europe and identify key traits of successful philanthropists. Compare different models of giving, including grants versus investments, and learn about initiatives like The Giving Pledge. Investigate the importance of transparency in the nonprofit sector and corporate philanthropy. Gain insights into current trends and research methods in the field of philanthropy, combining both quantitative and qualitative approaches.

Syllabus

Intro
Bill Gates and Warren Buffett
Golden Ages of Philanthropy
Andrew Carnegie
History of shaming
Piketty
Influence on Europe
Philanthropists in Europe
Traits of Philanthropists
Other Models
Grants vs Investments
The Giving Pledge
A Transparent Environment
Whats the Beginning Worksheet
Transparency
Trends in philanthropy
Nonprofit transparency
Corporate philanthropy
Quantitative and qualitative research


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The Aspen Institute

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