Stanford PACS
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Engaging scholars, practitioners, and leaders to improve philanthropy and strengthen civil society. Publisher of @ssir.org. Repost ≠ endorsement.
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📌 Take That for Data: Decoding Identity, Sport, and Technology
Join us on November 12 for a lecture and Q&A with Dr. Courtney M. Cox (@courtmcox.bsky.social) of the University of Oregon, as our Technology, Culture, and Power Speaker Series continues!
🔗 events.stanford.edu/event/techno...
Join us on November 12 for a lecture and Q&A with Dr. Courtney M. Cox (@courtmcox.bsky.social) of the University of Oregon, as our Technology, Culture, and Power Speaker Series continues!
🔗 events.stanford.edu/event/techno...
October 20, 2025 at 7:11 PM
📌 Take That for Data: Decoding Identity, Sport, and Technology
Join us on November 12 for a lecture and Q&A with Dr. Courtney M. Cox (@courtmcox.bsky.social) of the University of Oregon, as our Technology, Culture, and Power Speaker Series continues!
🔗 events.stanford.edu/event/techno...
Join us on November 12 for a lecture and Q&A with Dr. Courtney M. Cox (@courtmcox.bsky.social) of the University of Oregon, as our Technology, Culture, and Power Speaker Series continues!
🔗 events.stanford.edu/event/techno...
Congratulations to Johanna Mair (@johannamair.bsky.social), who has been awarded a 2025 Progress Medal from the Society of Progress for her groundbreaking research on social entrepreneurship! 🎉
October 17, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Congratulations to Johanna Mair (@johannamair.bsky.social), who has been awarded a 2025 Progress Medal from the Society of Progress for her groundbreaking research on social entrepreneurship! 🎉
Final days to apply for our Fall EPP!
Apply by Wednesday, October 1 for our Education for Philanthropy Professionals program to earn your Stanford PACS Certificate of Effective Philanthropy.
Explore our full list of course topics and speakers, and apply now to join us!
🔗 stanford.io/3l4C2ma
Apply by Wednesday, October 1 for our Education for Philanthropy Professionals program to earn your Stanford PACS Certificate of Effective Philanthropy.
Explore our full list of course topics and speakers, and apply now to join us!
🔗 stanford.io/3l4C2ma
September 26, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Final days to apply for our Fall EPP!
Apply by Wednesday, October 1 for our Education for Philanthropy Professionals program to earn your Stanford PACS Certificate of Effective Philanthropy.
Explore our full list of course topics and speakers, and apply now to join us!
🔗 stanford.io/3l4C2ma
Apply by Wednesday, October 1 for our Education for Philanthropy Professionals program to earn your Stanford PACS Certificate of Effective Philanthropy.
Explore our full list of course topics and speakers, and apply now to join us!
🔗 stanford.io/3l4C2ma
Two weeks left to apply! 🙋🏽
Our Education for Philanthropy Professionals course enables you to dig in on principles, strategy and trends to sharpen your practice and refresh your thinking.
Learn more and apply now to earn your Certificate of Effective #Philanthropy this fall!
🔗 stanford.io/3l4C2ma
Our Education for Philanthropy Professionals course enables you to dig in on principles, strategy and trends to sharpen your practice and refresh your thinking.
Learn more and apply now to earn your Certificate of Effective #Philanthropy this fall!
🔗 stanford.io/3l4C2ma
September 17, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Two weeks left to apply! 🙋🏽
Our Education for Philanthropy Professionals course enables you to dig in on principles, strategy and trends to sharpen your practice and refresh your thinking.
Learn more and apply now to earn your Certificate of Effective #Philanthropy this fall!
🔗 stanford.io/3l4C2ma
Our Education for Philanthropy Professionals course enables you to dig in on principles, strategy and trends to sharpen your practice and refresh your thinking.
Learn more and apply now to earn your Certificate of Effective #Philanthropy this fall!
🔗 stanford.io/3l4C2ma
Join @stanfordkingctr.bsky.social on September 30 for The Future of Aid, exploring how foreign assistance is evolving in an era where traditional donors are stepping back and new actors—from #philanthropy to the private sector—are stepping in.
Details & RSVP: stanford.io/46mSRRp
Details & RSVP: stanford.io/46mSRRp
September 16, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Join @stanfordkingctr.bsky.social on September 30 for The Future of Aid, exploring how foreign assistance is evolving in an era where traditional donors are stepping back and new actors—from #philanthropy to the private sector—are stepping in.
Details & RSVP: stanford.io/46mSRRp
Details & RSVP: stanford.io/46mSRRp
Are you looking to level up your practice as a #philanthropy professional or new funder?
Our #EPP course connects you with philanthropy leaders, scholars, and practitioners to help you learn best practices and ground your work in strategy and values.
Apply by October 1!
🔗 stanford.io/3l4C2ma
Our #EPP course connects you with philanthropy leaders, scholars, and practitioners to help you learn best practices and ground your work in strategy and values.
Apply by October 1!
🔗 stanford.io/3l4C2ma
September 8, 2025 at 6:24 PM
Are you looking to level up your practice as a #philanthropy professional or new funder?
Our #EPP course connects you with philanthropy leaders, scholars, and practitioners to help you learn best practices and ground your work in strategy and values.
Apply by October 1!
🔗 stanford.io/3l4C2ma
Our #EPP course connects you with philanthropy leaders, scholars, and practitioners to help you learn best practices and ground your work in strategy and values.
Apply by October 1!
🔗 stanford.io/3l4C2ma
How can families navigate their giving journey with poise and purpose?
Join our Fall 2025 EPP course to explore the Family Giving Lifecycle, a roadmap to the key considerations a family foundation must think through—and how to incorporate principles of effective #philanthropy at each juncture.
Join our Fall 2025 EPP course to explore the Family Giving Lifecycle, a roadmap to the key considerations a family foundation must think through—and how to incorporate principles of effective #philanthropy at each juncture.
August 20, 2025 at 5:21 PM
How can families navigate their giving journey with poise and purpose?
Join our Fall 2025 EPP course to explore the Family Giving Lifecycle, a roadmap to the key considerations a family foundation must think through—and how to incorporate principles of effective #philanthropy at each juncture.
Join our Fall 2025 EPP course to explore the Family Giving Lifecycle, a roadmap to the key considerations a family foundation must think through—and how to incorporate principles of effective #philanthropy at each juncture.
Guest speakers include:
➤ Bob Ross on listening to and learning from communities
➤ Paul Brest on strategies for social change
➤ @bensoskis.bsky.social on #philanthropy in the current democratic climate
Apply now to earn your Certificate of Effective Philanthropy!
👉 stanford.io/3l4C2ma
➤ Bob Ross on listening to and learning from communities
➤ Paul Brest on strategies for social change
➤ @bensoskis.bsky.social on #philanthropy in the current democratic climate
Apply now to earn your Certificate of Effective Philanthropy!
👉 stanford.io/3l4C2ma
August 13, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Guest speakers include:
➤ Bob Ross on listening to and learning from communities
➤ Paul Brest on strategies for social change
➤ @bensoskis.bsky.social on #philanthropy in the current democratic climate
Apply now to earn your Certificate of Effective Philanthropy!
👉 stanford.io/3l4C2ma
➤ Bob Ross on listening to and learning from communities
➤ Paul Brest on strategies for social change
➤ @bensoskis.bsky.social on #philanthropy in the current democratic climate
Apply now to earn your Certificate of Effective Philanthropy!
👉 stanford.io/3l4C2ma
For #philanthropy executives, program officers, and emerging philanthropists seeking to elevate your practice, define your strategy, and stay current on sector trends and issues—apply now for our Fall 2025 Education for Philanthropy Professionals program!
August 8, 2025 at 6:43 PM
For #philanthropy executives, program officers, and emerging philanthropists seeking to elevate your practice, define your strategy, and stay current on sector trends and issues—apply now for our Fall 2025 Education for Philanthropy Professionals program!
➤ Discover an integrated approach that brings together systemic investing and philanthropy to achieve lasting solutions
➤ Hear from Bay Area initiatives showcasing how integrated capital approaches reshape systemic inequities in local communities
➤ Hear from Bay Area initiatives showcasing how integrated capital approaches reshape systemic inequities in local communities
August 5, 2025 at 4:02 PM
➤ Discover an integrated approach that brings together systemic investing and philanthropy to achieve lasting solutions
➤ Hear from Bay Area initiatives showcasing how integrated capital approaches reshape systemic inequities in local communities
➤ Hear from Bay Area initiatives showcasing how integrated capital approaches reshape systemic inequities in local communities
As part of a small, select cohort, you will:
➤ Explore ways to combine investment, philanthropic, and non-financial capital to effectively address today’s environmental and social challenges
➤ Explore ways to combine investment, philanthropic, and non-financial capital to effectively address today’s environmental and social challenges
August 5, 2025 at 4:02 PM
As part of a small, select cohort, you will:
➤ Explore ways to combine investment, philanthropic, and non-financial capital to effectively address today’s environmental and social challenges
➤ Explore ways to combine investment, philanthropic, and non-financial capital to effectively address today’s environmental and social challenges
Are you a philanthropist or investor seeking to unlock the power of your full portfolio? ✨
Join us and the Center for Sustainable Finance and Private Wealth this October for a three-day, hands-on program designed to help you integrate and maximize your impact.
Join us and the Center for Sustainable Finance and Private Wealth this October for a three-day, hands-on program designed to help you integrate and maximize your impact.
August 5, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Are you a philanthropist or investor seeking to unlock the power of your full portfolio? ✨
Join us and the Center for Sustainable Finance and Private Wealth this October for a three-day, hands-on program designed to help you integrate and maximize your impact.
Join us and the Center for Sustainable Finance and Private Wealth this October for a three-day, hands-on program designed to help you integrate and maximize your impact.
Stanford PACS is pleased to partner with CUHK Business School to bring our effective #philanthropy training to Asia! 🌏
This hybrid, seven-day executive education program is designed for family office leads and financial advisors.
Learn more and apply to attend: bit.ly/3ITKTY7
This hybrid, seven-day executive education program is designed for family office leads and financial advisors.
Learn more and apply to attend: bit.ly/3ITKTY7
July 30, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Stanford PACS is pleased to partner with CUHK Business School to bring our effective #philanthropy training to Asia! 🌏
This hybrid, seven-day executive education program is designed for family office leads and financial advisors.
Learn more and apply to attend: bit.ly/3ITKTY7
This hybrid, seven-day executive education program is designed for family office leads and financial advisors.
Learn more and apply to attend: bit.ly/3ITKTY7
Apply now for our Fall 2025 Education for #Philanthropy Professionals course to earn your Certificate in Effective Philanthropy!
Learn best practices, explore the latest trends, and connect with peers and leaders in the field.
Details and application: stanford.io/3l4C2ma
Learn best practices, explore the latest trends, and connect with peers and leaders in the field.
Details and application: stanford.io/3l4C2ma
June 20, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Apply now for our Fall 2025 Education for #Philanthropy Professionals course to earn your Certificate in Effective Philanthropy!
Learn best practices, explore the latest trends, and connect with peers and leaders in the field.
Details and application: stanford.io/3l4C2ma
Learn best practices, explore the latest trends, and connect with peers and leaders in the field.
Details and application: stanford.io/3l4C2ma
Our Spring 2025 Education for Philanthropy Professionals course kicked off last week with 4 days of dynamic conversation, connection & learning on the beautiful Stanford campus. The course continues virtually this week as we explore best practices in effective philanthropy with this amazing cohort!
May 1, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Our Spring 2025 Education for Philanthropy Professionals course kicked off last week with 4 days of dynamic conversation, connection & learning on the beautiful Stanford campus. The course continues virtually this week as we explore best practices in effective philanthropy with this amazing cohort!
Earlier this month, we were pleased to partner with @usjf.bsky.social to host a public seminar on philanthropy in Japan, which sparked a lively discussion about the philanthropic infrastructure and ecosystem in Japan and its critical role in a thriving society.
April 28, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Earlier this month, we were pleased to partner with @usjf.bsky.social to host a public seminar on philanthropy in Japan, which sparked a lively discussion about the philanthropic infrastructure and ecosystem in Japan and its critical role in a thriving society.
Congratulations to Faculty Co-Director Woody Powell for being elected to the American Academy of Arts & Sciences! Recognizing leaders in diverse fields, this tremendous honor spotlights exceptional scholars and researchers who discover and advance knowledge and apply it to the problems of society.
April 25, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Congratulations to Faculty Co-Director Woody Powell for being elected to the American Academy of Arts & Sciences! Recognizing leaders in diverse fields, this tremendous honor spotlights exceptional scholars and researchers who discover and advance knowledge and apply it to the problems of society.
Join @stanfordkingctr.bsky.social this Friday, April 18 for the Future of Work for Women Summit, bringing together business leaders, researchers, policymakers, philanthropists, and nonprofit pioneers to explore and advance the future of women's work across sectors.
Learn more & RSVP: bit.ly/3GcvroC
Learn more & RSVP: bit.ly/3GcvroC
April 17, 2025 at 6:23 PM
Join @stanfordkingctr.bsky.social this Friday, April 18 for the Future of Work for Women Summit, bringing together business leaders, researchers, policymakers, philanthropists, and nonprofit pioneers to explore and advance the future of women's work across sectors.
Learn more & RSVP: bit.ly/3GcvroC
Learn more & RSVP: bit.ly/3GcvroC
Philanthropy advisors & consultants—register now for our next two-part interactive workshop exploring the core principles of effective #philanthropy and how to apply them within a clear, practical planning framework with clients.
Learn more & register to attend online June 3-4, 2025: bit.ly/3Gfkbb0
Learn more & register to attend online June 3-4, 2025: bit.ly/3Gfkbb0
April 17, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Philanthropy advisors & consultants—register now for our next two-part interactive workshop exploring the core principles of effective #philanthropy and how to apply them within a clear, practical planning framework with clients.
Learn more & register to attend online June 3-4, 2025: bit.ly/3Gfkbb0
Learn more & register to attend online June 3-4, 2025: bit.ly/3Gfkbb0
Join us tomorrow, Thursday, April 10, to explore the governance of well-being on social media, with Dr. Niall Docherty, author of the forthcoming book "Healthy Users."
Learn more and RSVP: bit.ly/4bKMdqJ
Learn more and RSVP: bit.ly/4bKMdqJ
April 9, 2025 at 9:23 PM
Join us tomorrow, Thursday, April 10, to explore the governance of well-being on social media, with Dr. Niall Docherty, author of the forthcoming book "Healthy Users."
Learn more and RSVP: bit.ly/4bKMdqJ
Learn more and RSVP: bit.ly/4bKMdqJ
Join us and @usjf.bsky.social on Tuesday, April 15 for a seminar where participants will actively engage in a comparative discussion on the evolving roles of philanthropy and civil society in Japan and the United States.
Learn more and register: stanford.io/42kIcVz
Learn more and register: stanford.io/42kIcVz
April 7, 2025 at 5:24 PM
Join us and @usjf.bsky.social on Tuesday, April 15 for a seminar where participants will actively engage in a comparative discussion on the evolving roles of philanthropy and civil society in Japan and the United States.
Learn more and register: stanford.io/42kIcVz
Learn more and register: stanford.io/42kIcVz
Stanford PACS is pleased to partner with the Center for Sustainable Finance and Private Wealth to present a strategic training for wealth holders and foundation leaders to integrate impact across their entire portfolio.
March 31, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Stanford PACS is pleased to partner with the Center for Sustainable Finance and Private Wealth to present a strategic training for wealth holders and foundation leaders to integrate impact across their entire portfolio.
Join us for the final talk in this year’s Technology, Culture, and Power Speaker Series, featuring Dr. Niall Docherty of the University of Sheffield. In a preview of his forthcoming book "Healthy Users," Docherty will discuss the governance of well-being on social media.
RSVP: bit.ly/4bKMdqJ
RSVP: bit.ly/4bKMdqJ
March 21, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Join us for the final talk in this year’s Technology, Culture, and Power Speaker Series, featuring Dr. Niall Docherty of the University of Sheffield. In a preview of his forthcoming book "Healthy Users," Docherty will discuss the governance of well-being on social media.
RSVP: bit.ly/4bKMdqJ
RSVP: bit.ly/4bKMdqJ
Final days to apply for our Spring 2025 Education for Philanthropy Professionals program!
Featured topics include multi-capital approaches to impact, global giving & addressing disasters, how to measure & manage impact, and more.
Apply by Saturday, March 15! pacscenter.stanford.edu/research/eff...
Featured topics include multi-capital approaches to impact, global giving & addressing disasters, how to measure & manage impact, and more.
Apply by Saturday, March 15! pacscenter.stanford.edu/research/eff...
March 12, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Final days to apply for our Spring 2025 Education for Philanthropy Professionals program!
Featured topics include multi-capital approaches to impact, global giving & addressing disasters, how to measure & manage impact, and more.
Apply by Saturday, March 15! pacscenter.stanford.edu/research/eff...
Featured topics include multi-capital approaches to impact, global giving & addressing disasters, how to measure & manage impact, and more.
Apply by Saturday, March 15! pacscenter.stanford.edu/research/eff...
Earn your Stanford PACS Certificate of Effective Philanthropy this spring! Foundation leaders Angie Chen & Brandi Howard will discuss the art of philanthropic governance, and @rhodridavies.bsky.social will explore philanthropy and AI.
Apply now—early-bird registration ends 2/15: stanford.io/3l4C2ma
Apply now—early-bird registration ends 2/15: stanford.io/3l4C2ma
February 12, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Earn your Stanford PACS Certificate of Effective Philanthropy this spring! Foundation leaders Angie Chen & Brandi Howard will discuss the art of philanthropic governance, and @rhodridavies.bsky.social will explore philanthropy and AI.
Apply now—early-bird registration ends 2/15: stanford.io/3l4C2ma
Apply now—early-bird registration ends 2/15: stanford.io/3l4C2ma