Stacy Palmer on Nonprofits and the Role Optimism Plays in Moving Them Forward

Stacy Palmer leads The Chronicle of Philanthropy, the leading journal in the world of nonprofits.  In this Blue Sky conversation, she talks about the evolution of nonprofits into sophisticated organizations that do remarkable work around the world.  She describes the role of donors large and small, and how they're helping address challenges created by cuts in government funding.  Stacy also shares her belief that nothing gets done in this space without a healthy dose of optimism. 

 

Chapters:

02:04 Origins of the Chronicle of Philanthropy 
Stacy Palmer discusses the founding of The Chronicle of Philanthropy, explaining how the professionalization and growth of the nonprofit sector created a need for a dedicated publication.  

05:09 Motivation and Evolution of Philanthropy 
Stacy shares what inspires her in philanthropy, emphasizing the drive to make a difference and adapt to new global challenges like climate change.  

07:14 Mega-Philanthropists and Giving Trends 
Stacy discusses the significant growth of wealth and the rise of mega-philanthropists like Bill and Melinda Gates, who are making record-setting donations during their lifetimes. She also notes the concerning trend of a precipitous drop in the perce