Charity and Philanthropy For Dummies

The easy way to make a difference Despite tough economic times, rates of donations are on the rise. If you want to make a difference but don't know where to start, you need Charity & Philanthropy For Dummies. This is your one-stop, no-nonsense guide to charitable activities. Inside you'll find lots of strategies for philanthropic work such as volunteering your time, raising funds, donating your own cash or expertise, impact investing, and social entrepreneurship. You'll also find lots of case studies from charities big and small to show you what works and what doesn't. Help with selecting where to donate or invest Ideas for how you can make a difference without having pots of money Advice on socially responsible and impact investing Techniques for reaching out to others to help your cause - from a local to a global level You don't need deep pockets to make a difference—you need Charity & Philanthropy For Dummies.

Introduction 1 Part I: Getting Started with Charity & Philanthropy 5 Chapter 1: Introducing Philanthropy: Your Passport to Helping Others 7 Chapter 2: Working out Why and How You Want To Give 21 Chapter 3: Figuring Out How and What You Can Give 33 Chapter 4: Discovering and Implementing Your Philanthropic Passion 49 Part II: Knowing Where Your Money Goes: Which Sector Is For You? 71 Chapter 5: Encouraging Education around the World 73 Chapter 6: Surfing the Age Tidal Wave: Helping the Elderly 99 Chapter 7: Nur turing the Planet’s Children 115 Chapter 8: Getting Healthy Together: Philanthropy and Healthcare 131 Chapter 9: Becoming Eco: Protecting the Planet 155 Chapter 10: Venturing into Venture Philanthropy 175 Chapter 11: Solving Problems through Innovation and Technology 197 Part III: Delivering on Your Good Intentions: Practical Ways to Get Involved 219 Chapter 12: Donating Your Time to Help Out Others 221 Chapter 13: Making Use of Your Specific Talents 237 Chapter 14: Sharing Your Treasure 255 Chapter 15: Making an Impact with Your Transactions 273 Chapter 16: Investing Financially in a Brighter Tomorrow 299 Chapter 17: Getting Strategic in Your Giving and Philanthropy 321 Part IV: The Part of Tens 339 Chapter 18: Ten Compelling Reasons to Give 341 Chapter 19: Ten Ideas for Telling Your Philanthropic Story 347 Chapter 20: Ten Great Ways to Start Giving… Today 355 Appendix: Where We’re Donating Our Resources and Why 361 Index 365