Welcome to Circle: where regional philanthropy comes to learn, connect, and grow

Impact investing: an introduction

Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors explains the premise of impact investing, and outlines the benefits and challenges

Philanthropist Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair shares his approach to impactful giving

Dr Natasha Matic on why energy and enthusiasm alone are not enough to halt the climate crisis

Ogo Chukwudi on trust in Philanthropy and why it matters

Clare Woodcraft on why we need to de-mystify impact assessment

Giving in an emergency

A Circle round-up outlining what you need to know about providing funding in a crisis

The ICRC's Clare Dalton on the cost of climate inaction and the role for philanthropy

Philanthropist Lynn Zovighian on why we need to invest in data

From charity to philanthropy: Badr Jafar on how giving is evolving in the Arab region

A glossary of philanthropic terms

Climate philanthropy

A Circle round-up exploring philanthropy-backed climate programmes and initiatives

Nick Grono on why nonprofits and philanthropists should think differently about scale

Grantmaking

A Circle round-up of tools and resources to help you become a more effective grantmaker

Visa's Carl Manlan on how corporate assets can help countries meet the SDGs

Arab Foundations Forum CEO Naila Farouky makes the case for data and transparency

Impact investment for families: a framework

The Center for Sustainable Finance and Private Wealth (CSP) at the University of Zurich and The ImPact explore the ingredients for successful impact investing

Insaan Group's Farahnaz Karim on why philanthropy needs a paradigm shift

Serial entrepreneur Shainoor Khoja shares her tips for effective CSR

Effective philanthropy through grant making

An overview of good practices by Accelerate Indian Philanthropy with support from The Convergence Foundation (TCF)

Resources

More than a unicorn: when technology meets purpose

Philanthropy and the SDGs: practical tools for alignment

How to use the 2030 goals to shape your giving and measure your impact

Giving in a crisis: CDP president Patricia McIlreavy on why it pays to play the long game

Resources

The NGO unlocking access to digital learning for refugees

Collaborative giving

A Circle round-up outlining what you need to know about philanthropic collaborations

Alisha Moopen, on her giving philosophy, prioritising health projects, and the importance of partnerships

Samih Sawiris shares insights into his family's philanthropy in Egypt

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Caroline Fiennes on the importance of evidence in philanthropy

Finding your focus

A Circle round-up of resources aimed at helping you find your philanthropic focus

Investing for a better future: why Sophie Marple has pivoted to focus on climate philanthropy