A decade ago, Thomas J. Tierney left Bain & Company to cofound The Bridgespan Group, a nonprofit focused on helping donors and nonprofit leaders to develop and execute strategies to accelerate social change. InGive Smart, Tierney pools his hands-on knowledge with Duke professor Joel L. Fleishman's expertise to create a much-needed primer for philanthropists and the nonprofit organizations they support. Drawing from personal experiences, research spanning twentieth- and twenty-first-century philanthropy, contemporary interviews, and Bridgespan's extensive field work,Give Smartpresents the definitive guide to engaged philanthropy.
Thomas J. Tierneyis the cofounder and chairman of The Bridgespan Group, a nonprofit advisor to the nonprofit sector and its donors.
Joel L. Fleishmanis professor of law and public policy at Duke University and author ofThe Foundation.
“Giving away money is easy, but making a real difference is hard work.
Give Smartaddresses these challenges head-on and provides a strong analytic framework and practical advice for effective philanthropy—replete with compelling examples. Written by two leaders in the field, this is a must-read for the new philanthropist and a valuable resource for old hands as well.”
John C. Whitehead“
Give Smartis must reading for all philanthropists, large or small. It's written by two people with long experience, and it will make your gifts go farther.”
Pierre Omidyar
“As Pam and I continue to learn through our own giving, the challenges in creating positive social impact are many and complex. Give Smartprovides thoughtful guidance on how to build an effective and personal approach to philanthropy, illustrated through real-world examples, proven methodologies, and insightful commentary. We highly recommendGive Smart to anyone who wants lC%
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