TPI has published a wide range of research, writing, guides, and tools for all types of donors, philanthropic institutions, and the sector at large. We encourage you to explore and use these resources covering a broad spectrum of philanthropic practice topics like research and evaluation, ramping up, and global giving as well as a variety of issue areas like health and education. Use the dropdown menu to filter by theme.
The philanthropic conversation between professional advisors and their clients is important to have early and often, but many of these conversations are falling short of their potential. To better understand the extent and dynamics of…
For funders already working in a region or interest area, a landscape scan allows them to step back and gain perspective on how their philanthropic endeavors fit into the greater fabric of charitable efforts. A…
Over the course of 2016, The Philanthropic Initiative (TPI) conducted a landscape scan, including interviews with more than 40 advocates, investors, and advisors on the issues and opportunities around women and impact investing. The research…
This guide is designed to help foundations thoughtfully and responsibly plan for a significant ramp up in giving and/or adjust to a sudden infusion of assets. Drawing on the experiences of a number of foundations…
There is an oft cited mantra within the community foundation field that a foundation must choose between being “community centric” and “donor centric” – in other words, between focusing on foundation-driven priorities and donor-driven priorities. Increasingly,…
To act boldly we must ask bold questions. This piece, created to celebrate TPI’s 25th anniversary, examines the bold questions that have faced philanthropy and TPI’s philanthropic clients throughout our 25-year history.
This primer provides suggestions for moving from check writing to high-impact philanthropy and presents examples of donor efforts to move towards more strategic giving.
This primer provides practical guidance, perspective, and action steps for parents who are seeking to encourage charitable attitudes and behavior in their children.