Exploring and explaining philanthropy.
Renata Minerbo: taking a holistic approach to philanthropy
On this episode of the Philanthropisms podcast we hear from Renata Minerbo, co-founder and Head of Philanthropy at Be The Earth Foundation, a family foundation focussed on the environment and social justice.
- ArticleThree currencies that are more important than money for philanthropy
Three currencies that are more important than money for philanthropy
What role do trust, power and hope play in philanthropy, and are they at times even more important than money?
- ArticleWhat Next? Philanthropy Trends and Predictions for 2026
What Next? Philanthropy Trends and Predictions for 2026
We take a look at some of the topics and trends that are going to shape philanthropy and civil society in 2026. (And you can listen to the podcast version HERE).
- ArticlePeter Thiel and Philanthropy in the End of Days
Peter Thiel and Philanthropy in the End of Days
Peter Thiel’s recent Antichrist lectures raised many eyebrows. But is he just eccentric, or do his worldview and approach to philanthropy tell us something important about wider trends that might shape philanthropy in the future?
- ArticleIs Elon Musk right that “empathy is the fundamental weakness of western civilization?”
Is Elon Musk right that “empathy is the fundamental weakness of western civilization?”
We explore Elon Musk’s recent claim that “empathy is the fundamental weakness of Western civilisation” – what does it mean, where does it come from, and is there is any truth in it?
- NewsWhy Philanthropy Matters Newsletter April 2026 (#40)
Why Philanthropy Matters Newsletter April 2026 (#40)
Read the web version HERE.
WPM Newsletter April 2026 - Article featured in: DevexHow AI is changing the world of development grantmaking
How AI is changing the world of development grantmaking
Rhodri Davies offers thoughts on AI in development grantmaking for this article in Devex.
- NewsKinetic Fundraising Philanthropy Summit 2026
Kinetic Fundraising Philanthropy Summit 2026
Rhodri took part in a panel on AI and philanthropy for Kinetic Fundraising’s 2026 Philanthropy Summit.
- NewsWhy Philanthropy Matters Newsletter March 2026 (#39)
Why Philanthropy Matters Newsletter March 2026 (#39)
Read the web version HERE.
WPM Newsletter March 2026
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- 23rd Apr 2026
Dr Xanthe Scharff: Mackenzie Scott gifts, collaborative funding & combatting modern slavery
