The Rockefeller Foundation was established as a philanthropic venture in 1913 and remains one of the largest of its kind in the country. ... “John D. Rockefeller's philosophy on philanthropy was...more
... An eagerness to use available peer and industry networks to develop relationships and conduct due diligence;; Flexible and adaptable with a sense of humor;; Commitment to a collegial,...more
Born in 1915, he was part of America's most famous philanthropic families, and .... The continuing heft of Rockefeller philanthropy has not just...more
“It became increasingly uncomfortable to be fighting global warming on the one hand [through charitable grants] and then investing in businesses...more
Devin Thrope, writing contributor at Forbes, shares his experience of attending the Social Venture Network (SVN), a national association of social entrepreneurs held in San Diego.