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Heart of Giving Podcast, Natalie Jaresko, Former Finance Minister, Ukraine

In this week's episode, we chat with Natalie Jaresko, former Finance Minister in Ukraine, about the outpouring of philanthropic support during the humanitarian crisis that is ongoing.

May 10, 2022

Heart of Giving Podcast - Supporting Our Teachers

In this week's episode, we go back to our archives where we talk to guests who are contributing or have contributed to the education of young people. Through these clips, we demonstrate the power of philanthropy in assisting teachers.

May 04, 2022

Wise Giving Wednesday: Assessing New Charities

One of the strengths of the charitable sector in the United States is the sheer volume of charities. According to the 2020 IRS Data Book (the most current available) during the fiscal year ended September 30, 2020, there were a total of 1,404,170 organizations that were tax exempt as charities

May 04, 2022

Heart of Giving Podcast, Diana Byer of the NY Theater Ballet

In this week's episode, our guest is Diana Byer, the Founder of the New York Theatre Ballet. Diana talks to us about how she has changed the lives of many at-risk children in New York City through the power of dance. Her LIFT program is the subject of an upcoming film that will soon be premiered at...

Apr 29, 2022

Wise Giving Wednesday: Third Month for Ukraine Relief

On Monday, April 25th, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) announced the need for $2.25 billion in assistance to help Ukraine

Apr 27, 2022

Heart of Giving Podcast, Victoria Vrana of the Gates Foundation

In this week's episode, our guest is Victoria Vrana, Deputy Director, Philanthropic Partnerships Connect, Gates Foundation. Victoria leads the Giving Ecosystems and Giving By All work for the Philanthropic Partnership team, including initiatives that focus on policy, data, and infrastructure and...

Apr 26, 2022

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