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Dec 10 2012
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Danielle Oristian York, Next Generation

Harnessing the Power of Questions in Your Philanthropy

By Danielle Oristian York, 21/64

Danielle will be a featured speaker on the ASF webinar, Multiple Generations at the Table, on Wednesday, December 12 at 1 p.m. ET.

In philanthropy, wisdom equals impact. And those philanthropic institutions with the largest impact are those with the strongest, clearest mission. Yet creating that singular vision is no easy task. Many foundations are led by a diverse group of executives and trustees, all coming from different backgrounds and generations, maintaining their own unique viewpoints and values.

Multiple Generations in Philanthropy

We at 21/64, a nonprofit consulting firm that focuses on multi-generational philanthropy, have found that the simple power of asking questions can help organize these voices into a clear and meaningful vision. Continue reading →

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Jul 25 2012
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Danielle Oristian York, Next Generation

Philanthropcapitalism: A Next Generation Take on Philanthropy

By Danielle Oristian York, 21/64

Philanthropy is a sector of society that has long been drenched in tradition and social obligation; leave the risk-taking and creativity to the capitalist masses. Today, however, the conventional definitions of business versus philanthropy have been turned upside down by a new cohort of next generation donors who are actively seeking to blur the line between these two sectors. Members of Generation X and Generation Y (or the Millennials) are under 40 and full of innovative ideas about how the worlds of business and philanthropy can work together to create an even greater good.

Social Entrepreneurship
An entirely new class of business leaders has developed out of the school of thought that being good for humanity is not only good business, but also good for business. Social entrepreneurs are defined by Businessweek as “enterprising individuals who apply business practices to solving societal problems.” Huge names in business such as Tom’s Shoes and Ethos Water are proving that profit and charity are not ideological enemies but harmonious cousins. Continue reading →

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