Harmonizing Generations: The Eisner Foundation’s Approach to Social Cohesion
The Eisner Foundation was started in 1996 by Michael Eisner, then chairman and CEO of The Walt Disney Company and his wife, Jane, in order to focus their family’s philanthropic activities. The foundation identifies, advocates for, and invests in high quality and innovative programs that unite multiple generations for the enrichment of communities. And here to tell us more about this work is Trent Stamp, the President and CEO of The Eisner Foundation.
A Conversation with Jean-Manuel Izaret: Reframing the Narrative on Pricing in Nonprofits
Nonprofit organizations face a unique challenge of aligning pricing strategies with their social missions. To offer insights into this complex issue, we’re joined by Jean-Manuel Izaret, Managing Director and Senior Partner at Boston Consulting Group. He’s also the co-author of Game Changer: How Strategic Pricing Shapes Businesses, Markets and Society.
The McKnight Foundation: Leading Change with Vision and Innovation
The McKnight Foundation is a Minnesota-based family organization committed to a future where both people and planet thrive. It addresses key issues like climate change, racial equity, and community enrichment in the Minneapolis-St. Paul region and beyond. And to discuss their work further, it’s a pleasure to have with us, Tonya Allen, the president of the McKnight Foundation.
The Robin Hood Foundation: A Model for Impactful Philanthropy
The Robin Hood Foundation, led by CEO Richard Buery, is at the forefront of fighting poverty in New York City with its strategic and data-driven approach. Utilizing tools like the benefit-cost calculator, the foundation ensures the effectiveness of each dollar spent. Balancing immediate relief with long-term initiatives, it also focuses on inclusivity, notably through the Power Fund, which supports organizations led by people of color. The foundation is also exploring the use of advanced technologies like AI to further enhance its philanthropic efforts, establishing itself as a model of innovative and impactful philanthropy.