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	Enabling the Progress of the Mind: The Future of Philanthropy in Higher Education in America By Susan Raymond, Ph.D. Executive Vice President, Changing Our World, Inc. Written and researched by Dr. Susan Raymond, the report pays particular attention to the changing role of philanthropy in higher education finance, and, importantly, the impact on philanthropic strategies from changes in higher education trends in the nation. Available for instant download.  $125 Now on sale! › View samples and purchase this special report
	Nonprofit Hospitals in America: Lives, Jobs and Philanthropy By Susan Raymond, Ph.D. Chief Analyst, onPhilanthropy.com Changing Our World, Inc. and onPhilanthropy present  Nonprofit Hospitals in America: Lives, Jobs and Philanthropy by Dr. Susan Rayond, This exclusive, proprietary study combines an in-depth examination of the trends in and economic impact of America's nonprofit hospital industry with data on the fundamental role of philanthropy in sustaining its vitality. Available for instant download.  $125 Now on sale! › View samples and purchase this special report
	Creativity Takes Courage -Henri Matisse: A Briefing on Trends in Philanthropy and the Arts By Susan Raymond, Ph.D. Chief Analyst, onPhilanthropy.com Susan Raymond's newest briefing explores the economic and philanthropic underpinnings of nonprofit arts organizations in America.  The instant download report includes financing structures, an overview of foundation and corporate giving to the arts, a detailed analysis of museum philanthropy in American, and of the profound possibilities of the arts in our age of global conflict.    $49 Now on sale! › View a sample and purchase this white paper
	The End of Definitions: A Briefing on Innovation in Revenue and Grantmaking Among Nonprofits and Philanthropies By Susan Raymond, Ph.D. and Tom Watson Senior Managing Directors, Changing Our World, Inc. The nonprofit and philanthropic sectors are sailing into uncharted waters. Philanthropists are combining commercial approaches with the donated dollar and, in the process, redefining what it means to "give" to social causes. Nonprofits now rely on private contributions for less than a third of their revenues; marketing is vying with mission as a central management concern. Entirely new financial instruments and institutions are emerging. Bonds and equity are finding places next to traditional capital campaigns as a source of nonprofit finance and as an embodiment of donor strategy. $49 Now on sale! › View a sample and purchase this white paper
	Partnerships for the Built and Natural Environment: A Briefing on Trends in Philanthropy and Infrastructure By Susan Raymond, Ph.D. Chief Analyst, onPhilanthropy.com Philanthropy plays a major role in the creation and maintenance of many aspects of our built infrastructure and natural environment. America’s private philanthropists often spearheaded the preservation of historical places, the creation of national monuments, the allocation of land for public uses, and the extension of public goods to needy communities. The evolution of government roles in infrastructure often emerged from initial private philanthropic action. $49 Now on sale! › View a sample and purchase this white paper.
	As the World Turns: Trends in Globalization and the American Nonprofit and Philanthropic Sector By Susan Raymond, Ph.D. Senior Managing Director, Changing Our World, Inc. As the former S.G. of the U.N., Kofi Annan, has remarked, arguing against the impact of globalization is like arguing against the impact of gravity. For those in the nonprofit world, the details of philanthropy are shaped not just by satellite phones, video conferencing and the internet. They are also a factor of culture, religion and tradition. Nevertheless, with the global spread of information, wealth and human capital, we as a sector are developing a common culture that is independent of borders. $49 Now on sale! › View a sample and purchase this white paper.
	Online Advancement: Using the Internet to Build Lifelong Relationships with Alumni and Donors By: Convio With private gifts to colleges and universities down for the first time in 15 years, creating and maintaining relationships with alumni and other supporters is more challenging for colleges and universities than ever—and, at the same time—more important than ever. FREE › Read More
	For Investment Managers: Don't Run from the Bears By: Mutual of America Under prevailing economic conditions, a decision to divest of equity investments is understandable and, in some cases, correct. For many investors, retaining an equity exposure is well advised, even if recent results have been discouraging. FREE › Read More