Resources
Welcome to a collection of essays by Claire Gaudiani, a leading thinker in social innovation, philanthropy, and civic engagement. Explore her profound insights that challenge and expand our understanding of the world
Case Study: New London Development Corporation
Prepared for The American Assembly by Peggy Cosgrove
Philanthropy: Investing in America’s Freedom and Progress
Voluntary contributions advance economic growth by providing a third pot of resources to address problems and create opportunities when government money and corporate investment are not available.
Transferring the Intangible
Even the most tax-oriented practitioner can help clients with the “soft” issues. Here’s how.
When Justice Rolls Down
Community Philanthropy in Raleigh, North Carolina
Of Cheese and Choices
Claire’s personal reflection on the Italian American experience
Emma Torres, Hispanic American Philanthropist
Community Philanthropy in rural south Texas
Thinking about the why of giving
Life does not lay itself out on spreadsheets. Although fundraising management tools are critical, they cannot become so central that we forget the most important question: Why give at all?
The Problem of the 21st Century
Acceptance Speech Upon Election to the
American Academy of Arts and Sciences, October 2, 1999
Our Ailing Civil Society
A National Commission on American Civil Society should be created to foster discussion and study of American civic virtues. This article originally appeared as an Op-Ed in the April 3, 1996 edition of The Boston Globe.
Philanthropy: Wealth Management Needs an Upgrade.
Private Wealth Management 2005/2006
Philanthropy: A Lifetime Commitment
This presentation was delivered to the HSBC Private Banking and Investments Forum in New York on October 28, 1998.