Change Philanthropy

Candid Stories of Foundations Maximizing Results through Social Justice

Alicia Epstein Korten author Kim Klein editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:John Wiley & Sons Inc

Published:6th Oct '09

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Change Philanthropy cover

A how-to guide for creating and funding social justice program grants

This groundbreaking book shows how to increase funding for social justice philanthropy. Social justice philanthropy provides direct services to alleviate suffering and works to transform the systems and institutions that cause that suffering. Written in an engaging, easy-to-read style, Change Philanthropy offers an insider's view what works and what doesn't work when developing grantmaking strategies in support of social change. It gives clear guidance showcases foundations of all types and sizes including Liberty Hill Foundation, Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, Needmor Fund, Jacobs Family Foundation, Discount Foundation, Global Fund for Women, Schott Foundation, Ford Foundation, and the Open Society Institute. The book also includes a wealth of illustrative examples and contains practical suggestions and tips that can be applied immediately to support any social justice agenda.

  • Offers a guide for increasing funds for social justice programs
  • and suggestions for foundations on which programs to fund
  • Gives step-by-step advice for developing a successful grantmaking strategy
  • Includes a wealth of examples from leading foundations
  • Sponsored by The Center for Community Change

  • Commended for Axiom Business Book Awards (Philanthropy/Nonprofit) 2011

ISBN: 9780470435168

Dimensions: 236mm x 160mm x 27mm

Weight: 517g

320 pages