By Professor Jonathan Jansen, Vice-Chancellor, University of Free State - November 2011
In his keynote address at the 2011 Inyathelo Philanthropy Awards, Professor Jansen talks about how his father Abraham's generosity despite his humble circumstances. He says Abraham and people like him teach us that what makes South Africa great is not the big men in politics but the small people of philanthropy. Read the full speech
By BoE Private Clients - 2010
The research into the Giving Report was carried out by BoE Private Clients in South Africa. The report is based on a survey of the philanthropic practices of high net worth individuals in South Africa. It takes a look at their method of giving, how much they contribute, where they donate and why they give. Read the full report
By the Charities Aid Foundation - 2011
The World Giving Index looks at the impact of the world financial crisis on civil society funding.It also examines the secondary consequences by looking at donation patterns, trends and behaviours. The report compares country to country, and region to region, through the presentation of statistical data and analysis of how much is donated and how it is donated. The report is a great resource for anyone working in the philanthropic community.
By Dr Mamphela Ramphele’s - a speech delivered to the Private Philanthropy Circle Symposium in Cape Town in November 2011
In her speech, Dr Ramphele comments on the growing inequalities in South African society and their root causes. She says investment in civil society, philanthropic organisations and humanitarian causes are imperative if we want to secure our Constitutional democracy. However, she argues that action is essential and we should challenge those who have the resources to contribute. Read the full speech
By Peter deCourcy Hero and Peter Walkenhorst - October 2008
New York, NY — October 20, 2008. Local Mission–Global Vision, a new compilation from the Foundation Center published in collaboration with the Transatlantic Community Foundation Network, explores the roles, opportunities, and challenges for community foundations in this century as their number grows around the world.