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Author: Pat Robinson

Rising Wealth Concentration

January 18, 2017

By Pat Robinson

This feature from our 2017 Trends report highlights the need for education as unprecedented amounts of money flow to charitable causes.

Generational Transition of Wealth and Leadership

January 18, 2017

By Pat Robinson

This feature from our 2017 Trends report suggests that the next gen of major donors will be the most significant philanthropists ever.

Social Movement Hashtags Propelling Philanthropy

January 18, 2017

By Pat Robinson

This feature from our 2017 Trends report highlights social media as a critical part of effective social change efforts, both locally and globally.

Political Change and Polarization

January 18, 2017

By Pat Robinson

This feature from our 2017 Trends reports highlights the reshaping boundaries between public and private sectors.

The Growth of Global Community Philanthropy

January 18, 2017

By Pat Robinson

This feature from our 2017 Trends report highlights community philanthropies as among the fastest growing institutional forms of global giving.

The Growth of Crowdfunding & Collective Giving

January 18, 2017

By Pat Robinson

This feature from our 2017 Trends report highlights crowdfunding platforms and giving circles expanding and becoming increasing important.

Funders and Nonprofits Show Increased Focus on Data and Measurable Progress

January 2, 2017

By Pat Robinson

This feature from our 2017 Trends report highlights how fundraisers are using data to understand what donors want.

Fewer Traditional Infrastructure Funders

January 1, 2017

By Pat Robinson

This feature from our 2017 Trends report highlights the need for infrastructure to innovate, increase effectiveness, and demonstrate value.

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