Philanthropy and The Economy - Part I

SDSVP has compiled several articles and resources showing how philanthropy can lead the way in helping nonprofits during these hard economic times. Click on the links below for the articles, then share your thoughts by commenting on this post.

Philanthrocapitalism on Trial
Will the collapse of the global financial system also bring down philanthrocapitalism?

In Hard Times Philanthropy Can Lead the Way
Philanthropy can help the public work through the most critical challenges facing the nation right now: making choices and setting priorities.

Managing in Tough Times: 7 Steps
Even for nonprofit leaders who are accustomed to 'making much of little,' the repercussions of the unfolding economic downturn are likely to pose unprecedented challenges.

Giving USA Spotlight - The Economy
This issue of Giving USA Spotlight looks at recessions and economic slowdowns and their impact on charitable giving in order to help nonprofit organizations anticipate what might occur in 2008–2009 and plan accordingly.

Resilient Philanthropy
While it is clear that a strong stock market provides donors with a greater ease and sense of confidence in making gifts to nonprofit organizations, the opposite is not true. Down markets do not always foretell decreased philanthropy.