The Philanthropic Initiative (TPI)

Opportunity for students: Many of the scholarship and college success programs The Philanthropic Initiative (TPI) supports on behalf of clients are now open and accepting applications! TPI's college success programs help to level the playing field for young people who may be the first generation in their family to attend college and who face significant financial and other challenges. Most opportunities are for high school seniors entering four-year colleges or current college students, but TPI also administers a scholarship for second-career nursing students. Help us spread the word to your networks and anyone who might benefit from these opportunities and you can help connect individuals with valuable resources to support their educational journeys. More information about the programs TPI supports: https://bit.ly/3CZnC4i

TPI is thrilled to announce the fourth?Innovations in International Philanthropy Symposium, co-hosted with Network of Engaged International Donors Global, which will take place September 18-19, 2025, in Cambridge, MA. ?? ?? ?? The 2025 Symposium will build on the success of the past three convenings, bringing together hundreds of #donors, #foundations, #companies, and #investors engaged in international #philanthropy. This conference will include a mix of keynote addresses and panel discussions featuring prominent #philanthropists and #nonprofit leaders; participatory skill-building workshops promoting innovative approaches and solutions to pressing global issues; and ample time for attendees to network with others. We hope you’ll join us! Stay tuned — registration is opening soon. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/e7cDWK6 #globalphilanthropy #globalgiving #international #internationalphilanthropy #internationaldonors #impactinvesting #conference #workshop #network #boston #cambridge

??TPI is HIRING!?? Do you have 5+ years of experience in #grantwriting, #foundation, #nonprofit, #program management, or #philanthropic work? Are you passionate about using philanthropy to address social justice issues and the world’s biggest needs in humane, equitable, and lasting ways? We are #hiring a new Philanthropic Advisor to join our multidisciplinary team in #Boston! If you or someone you know may be a good fit for this role, visit the link below to learn more about this opportunity. ?? https://lnkd.in/eTTCJDGJ (TPI is a distinct operating unit of The Boston Foundation.)

Since 1999, TPI has been proud to partner with foundations, companies, and other #education funders to create #scholarship and #college success programs that are transforming the lives of young people throughout the U.S. and beyond. ?? While some of these programs provide conventional #scholarships based on specific criteria, TPI has also pioneered the creation of innovative models designed to help #students succeed in college and beyond.? ?? Many of the #educational opportunities we support for prospective #undergraduate students are accepting applications NOW! Explore these scholarships on our website to learn more. ?? https://lnkd.in/ebiGgr2X

"Fifteen years ago, when I first heard that only 2% of all philanthropic dollars in the US went to solve global problems, I realized we needed to change social norms about global giving.... We needed to be inspired to invest in common humanity beyond our psychological and geographical borders." Karen Keating Ansara, a long time TPI client, friend, and the driving force of Network of Engaged International Donors (NEID Global), recently spoke with Canada's Foundation Magazine about her work through her family's foundation, the Ansara Family Fund (ansarafamilyfund.org). As an international donor, Karen discusses her take on the culture of global philanthropy, societal norms, and the intentionality behind her work. Karen's incredible ideas and passion for what she funds sustains her partnership with us at TPI. Check out the article linked below for more insights from Karen! ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? If you are interested in learning more about intentional giving and the latest trends in global philanthropy, we invite you to join us at the 2025 Innovations in International Philanthropy Symposium, which will take place in Cambridge, MA on September 18-19, 2025. This event is co-hosted by TPI's Center for Global Philanthropy and NEID Global. More information is soon to come! Please contact [email protected] if you have any questions, which will be directed to Maggi Alexander, Director of TPI's Center for Global Philanthropy. #philanthropy #funders #international #philanthropists #globalphilanthropy #globalfunders https://lnkd.in/eAwagHig

"Memory cafés give caregivers and their care partners a space to set responsibilities aside, even for a moment, and focus on joy and connection. They’re a place to reconnect through laughter, art, and music while building mutual support with others on the same journey." – Misha Stallworth West, Program Officer, Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation We’re excited to partner with the Health Foundation for Western and Central New York and The Philanthropic Initiative (TPI) to launch the Exhale Memory Café Collective in Western New York! This initiative brings caregivers and their care partners living with memory-related illnesses together for programming that fosters connection, health, and well-being. Congrats to the 11 inaugural cohort members making this vision a reality! ?? Read more about the creative initiative here: https://bit.ly/3BBpoIn

As 2024 comes to a close, we at TPI extend our warmest wishes to you and your loved ones. We are incredibly grateful for another year supporting our fantastic clients in navigating their philanthropy. The TPI team looks forward to continued work with ambitious funders and partners in 2025. We hope you have a joyful holiday season and a safe, healthy start to the new year!

“The reason people get into philanthropy in the first place is because they want to do good in the world, and they want to give back. Even in really tough times of uncertainty, they tend to double down.”?–?Maggi Alexander, TPI Senior Partner Devex interviewed Maggi Alexander, Senior Partner and Director of TPI’s Center for Global Philanthropy, for insights on what may be changing in the field of #philanthropy as a result of the 2024 election outcome and the four years that lie ahead. Maggi is quoted alongside others in the field, including staff from Center for Effective Philanthropy, Urban Institute, and Council on Foundations. https://lnkd.in/dkDRBHkG

With many crises displacing millions around the world, there is an urgent and unique opportunity today for funders to support new and better legal #migration pathways so #refugees can rebuild their lives in safety. That's why this year, TPI's Center for Global Philanthropy, RefugePoint, and Network of Engaged International Donors co-hosted a three-part #funder learning series: Philanthropy's Role in Supporting Refugees. This learning series sought to provide spaces for #donors to listen, learn, connect, and take action. For those who missed the series and are interested in learning more, we invite you to watch all three of the sessions using the links below ?? ?? Watch Session 1, "Supporting Refugees Globally & At Home": https://lnkd.in/eTNj-xQp ??Watch Session 2, "Understanding Forced Migration, Receiving Immigrants, and Asylum Seekers in the Global and U.S. Border Context": https://lnkd.in/eYWUVe6w ??Watch Session 3, "From Crisis to Opportunity: Shaping Pathways Beyond Humanitarian Aid" (with Devex on the sidelines at UNGA 79 in New York City): https://lnkd.in/eQy_eYnf Thank you to the series' guest speakers and fellow organizers: Maggi Alexander, Senior Partner & Director of TPI's Center for Global Philanthropy Sasha Chanoff, Founder & CEO at RefugePoint Negar Tayyar, Executive Director at Global Whole Being Fund (GWBF) Gladis Molina at Young Center for Immigrant Children's Rights Amy Pope, Director at IOM - UN Migration Nasra Ismail, Executive Director at Alight

Thrilled to have had the opportunity to participate in Exponent Philanthropy’s annual conference last week in Austin, TX! Thank you to Exponent Philanthropy for inviting TPI to host an information session on a topic that Lisa Spalding, Senior Partner at TPI, has much expertise about: the value of bringing independent directors onto family foundation boards. We’re grateful for the engaging conversations and the chance to share insights on how family foundations can build stronger, more diverse boards to increase impact. TPI is here to support funders looking to take this step and strengthen their governance practices. #Philanthropy #FamilyFoundations #IndependentDirectors #Governance #2024ExponentConference #StrategicPhilanthropy #Funders #Donors #ImpactInvesting