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Center for Global Philanthropy Center for Global Philanthropy The world’s most pressing challenges have no boundaries so why should your philanthropy? TPI’s Center for Global Philanthropy facilitates impactful giving around the world. Through field building and advisory services, we help funders create innovative and effective philanthropic strategies.

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Invest for Better Takes Off Thursday, September 30, 2021 When TPI launched the Invest for Better (IFB) initiative more than three years ago, we imagined it would be a time-limited campaign to motivate and educate women to activate their investment assets – personal and philanthropic – to help build a better world. It was a collaborative effort,... Read more
We Need Ears to the Ground to Achieve Global Change Tuesday, September 28, 2021 This article was originally published by Alliance Magazine on September 24, 2021, authored by Karen Keating Ansara, Founder and Board Chair, New England International Donors. Read more
Lessons on Listening Tuesday, September 28, 2021 This article was originally published by Alliance Magazine on September 25, 2021, authored by Lee Pelton, President and CEO of The Boston Foundation. Read more

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Racial Equity Resources for Philanthropy We created this resource center to share a variety of resources, tools, articles, thought pieces, and more to help funders on this journey.
Philanthropic Resources for COVID-19 Response Expert guidance, resources, funder perspectives, webinars, and ways to give in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ramping Up Support Are you looking to ramp up in size and/or impact? Our experienced team can help you successfully prepare for and go through the exciting journey of ramping up.
The Thoughtful Funder’s Guide to Global Giving Powerful practices and lessons learned from funders working on water, refugees, and women and girls.
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