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Like motherhood and apple pie, who would not be in favour of pursuing the common good? But what exactly is the common good? And do those of us working in philanthropy have a special responsibility …

The pursuit of the ‘common good’ may seem a straightforward human aspiration. However, it doesn’t take much digging down to realise it is anything but… Imagine a future (presumably not too distant) when a Bureau …

Pursuit of the common good rests on equipping people to debate and perceive where it might lie. Philanthropy can help in this The aftermath of the 2020 US election cast a light on a crisis …

The dynamic approach of a government grantmaking agency is harnessing pursuit of the common good ‘Democracy demands wisdom and vision in its citizens,’ declares the US legislation that created the National Endowment for the Humanities …

The Hewlett Foundation has named Amber Miller as its next president, in what is a break from tradition with a scientist and woman to be appointed in the role for the first time since its …

Melinda French Gates will donate a hefty $1 billion over the next two years.  Writing in an op-ed for the New York Times, the philanthropist said she felt ‘compelled’ to put her financial muscle behind …

Activating together is a movement strategy for the long haul. Since the pandemic, community-based nonprofits and on-the-ground organisers have been continuously challenged to respond in crisis mode. While critical, creating spaces where they can build …

Four years ago, the murder of George Floyd sparked massive protests around the world that focused attention on criminal justice issues. Yet, back in the U.S., where the activism started, a wave of political retrenchment …

For the first time in U.S. history, the Corporate Transparency Act (‘CTA’) imposes broad ownership disclosure obligations on any entity formed or doing business in the United States.  Substantial civil and criminal penalties may be imposed …