Philanthropy
Understanding how you give
Discover what thought leaders are saying through exclusive conversations, their perspectives and stories.
Having a plan behind your business or investment is never an afterthought. Similarly, being strategic about how you give back can help increase the true impact you make.
More people are looking for ways to give back. But how do you get started with philanthropic giving? Discover how some of the UK’s most prominent philanthropists approach giving, using the entrepreneurial spirit to fuel change.
The expert perspectives
Giving back journeys: Sir Tom Hunter & Fran Perrin
Philanthropists Sir Tom Hunter and Fran Perrin discuss their unique journeys; finding better ways to measure the impact of their giving and sharing important lessons learned.
How to be a philanthropist: Learn how to break the mould and make a difference
Sir Tom Hunter shares his journey from successful businessman to dedicated benefactor and Fran Perrin discusses what it takes to break the mould as a young innovative philanthropist.
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Collaborative philanthropy: How the next generation is teaming up to create lasting change
A new generation of passionate changemakers are hoping to take on collaborative philanthropy. Here are some tips to making a greater impact.
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Five things to think about when giving away wealth
Anyone who has the desire to give away their time, or their money, should ask themselves some important questions.
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“One of the most fulfilling things to do is to set out and help people and see that your money, your counsel, your time has actually made a difference.”
Sir Tom HunterEntrepreneur & Hunter Foundation founder
“In investment, we’re quite comfortable talking about a ‘balanced portfolio’ so I started asking, can I do that? Can I be someone who says across the portfolio of grants that I make, I want X% to be risk innovative, risk taking…”
Fran PerrinPhilanthropist, founder & director of Indigo Trust