By Henry Berman, ASF
Every day and especially today, on National Philanthropy Day®, we recognize the contributions that philanthropy—and philanthropists like you—are making in communities across the country and around the world.
We particularly salute our nearly 2,500 members who are a powerful force within the philanthropic landscape. You choose to give big while staying small, working with few or no staff to make the most of your resources. You support causes of every kind, create deep relationships, take bold risks, and try new approaches.
Above all, each of you is committed to achieving outsized impact.
The power of small-staff philanthropy
To mark today and celebrate the impact of our members’ giving, we’re launching a Twitter campaign to share stories of #ASFMemberImpact. The campaign will start today and highlight at least one ASF member grantee each day through December 3, the national day for giving back known as Giving Tuesday.
Nominate your grantees, then follow us on Twitter #ASFMemberImpact. Let us spread the word about your good work, and the good work of your grantee partners.
For all you do, hats off to you this National Philanthropy Day.
Henry Berman became ASF’s CEO in 2011, previously serving as acting CEO, board member, and committee member. Through his experience as a foundation co-trustee and ASF member since 2003, he brings a firsthand understanding of the needs of ASF members to his role. Follow Henry on Twitter @Berman_Henry.
