Trust Me, That’s Why You Chose Us: Trust-Based Philanthropy

by Michael Morefield

If you run a business, you know that success relies on the talent of your team. You hire experts because they have the skills to meet your goals. You provide the tools they need, offer guidance and then let them do what they do best. In the world of philanthropy, our grantmakers and philanthropists are looking for that same level of success. They want to know their gifts are … [More]

Grants: Creating & Securing Grants in Today’s Climate

And emerging concepts of trust and collaboration

by RaeAnne Marsh

Philanthropy is a broad subject that takes many forms. Our Social Impact feature every month spotlights for-profit businesses (some of whom who are included in this cover story) and the varied forms of philanthropy they practice. This article is focused solely on grants. We reached out to a select sample of both philanthropist-funded foundations and nonprofit arms of … [More]

Guest Editor: Steve Zabilski, Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust

by Steve Zabilski

Grants, Growth and Future Grants represent more than funding for recipients — they are investments that empower communities to adapt and become stronger. Philanthropy at its finest can result in ripple effects far beyond its original intention. Phoenix is home to a robust network of private foundations as well as nonprofit arms of for-profit businesses. Each tends to focus … [More]