A New Alliance Channels Asia's Growing Philanthropic Heft

A New Alliance Channels Asia's Growing Philanthropic Heft

Top grantmakers from Asia and the U.S. have joined forces on a new Philanthropy Asia Alliance, and are already backing six on-the-ground projects. The alliance highlights Singapore’s role as a hub for Asian philanthropy.

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Banks Started Giving Early on in Response to COVID-19—and the Pledges Keep Coming

Banks Started Giving Early on in Response to COVID-19—and the Pledges Keep Coming

Corporate foundations have moved swifty in response to the coronavirus. Here, we look at tens of millions of dollars in recent commitments, both locally and globally, made by banks and other financial service firms.

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In San Diego, a Corporate Funder Galvanizes a New Effort to Fight Human Trafficking

Students in San Diego schools are at risk of encountering or experiencing human trafficking. A new private-public collaborative seeks to help teachers and children take on this devastating issue.

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Does Mobile Technology Hold the Key to Conquering the "Last Mile" in Global Health?

Does Mobile Technology Hold the Key to Conquering the "Last Mile" in Global Health?

The spread of smartphones in places like rural Africa is tantalizing to NGOs and funders who see new ways to solve tough problems. Here's a look at an idea exciting enough to spur pledges of $50 million. 

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