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How to legitimise philanthropy in an era of inequality
Stark exposure of social injustice worldwide has prompted the philanthropy sector to increasingly address its own internal contradictions ‘Philanthropy is commendable, but it must not cause the philanthropist to overlook the economic injustice that makes …
In love and rage
Philanthropy needs to deploy rage along with love if it is to tackle the existential threat of climate change Charles asked me to write about my journey from philanthropy to climate activism. ‘Philanthropy’ literally means …
Meet the philennials
A dedicated group of philanthropy practitioners born in the same year as Alliance was launched share their hopes for a better world An anniversary issue of Alliance magazine would not be complete without hearing the …
25 years? That’s a long time. 100 issues? Miraculous
The founding editor of Alliance takes a trip down memory lane to recall how a dinner in Paris set off a sequence of events that a quarter of a century ago led to the creation …
Alliance’s critical friends
The decision in 2006 to establish the Alliance Publishing Trust as an independent entity was designed to give the magazine financial security and a clear identity. It was not a straightforward task, as the founding …
Be not afraid to challenge
Alliance’s editorial stance comes under the scrutiny of three philanthropy veterans and long-time supporters – who offer some sharply conflicting advice Be more woke Christopher Harris, philanthropy consultant and former member of Alliance’s editorial advisory board I …
Where next for Alliance?
Ambitious future plans will ensure that Alliance continues to develop its role at the heart of global philanthropy As with most small charities, a lot of Alliance’s strategies over the last 25 years have focused …
From then until now: Alliance through the years
Here’s what’s happened throughout Alliance’s 25-year history – and what we published alongside these historical moments Since its launch in 1996, Alliance has dealt with many themes through its special features which look in depth …
Scaling & Equal Voices: A new initiative by H&S Davidson Trust
Having spent 15 years funding in international development, Hugh Davidson is perplexed by why so few successful pilot programs are brought to scale. Part of the answer appears that they are developed from offices in …
Does philanthropy have too much influence? Or not enough?
Pandemic response around the globe has elevated and centred philanthropy, causing many bystanders to pay attention to the sector for the first time. From recognising the influence of the Gates Foundation on global public health …
