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

President & Planner

When the head of a small liberal arts college takes on the job of leading a major urban renewal project, sparks fly and an important question is raised: Shouldn’t more college presidents be like Claire Gaudiani?

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?