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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: Current State of the Research Field and Opportunities for Philanthropy
...Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors (RPA) as part of its learning agenda to inform its philanthropic strategy in the OCD field. Read the complete Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: Current State of the Research...
Strategic Time Horizons in Philanthropy: Family and Foundation Perspectives [Recording]
View the webinar recording here. Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors recently concluded in-depth research on how strategic time horizons decisions in philanthropy decisions are made, and how those decisions impact the overall...
Internal Communications for Philanthropy: Maintaining Community in a Time of Isolation
...are supported. Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors, for example, has decided to close its physical doors, but to remain responsive to our donors, grantees and partners, by having staff work from home....
Responding To Covid-19: Suggestions and Recommendations for Donors
...the Center for Disaster Philanthropy. For tailored recommendations that align with your mission, please contact Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors Executive Vice President Walter Sweet at WSweet@rockpa.org Greg Ratliff is a Vice...
A ‘Winning’ Approach to Corporate Social Responsibility: How Companies Can Get Started in Prize Philanthropy
Even as corporations have dramatically increased corporate social responsibility (CSR) over the past several years, much of corporate philanthropy still focuses on the same set of approaches: matching gifts, volunteer...
Philanthropy Topic Briefs
Philanthropy Topic Briefs are designed to provide you an overview of key issue areas and approaches in philanthropy—major players, emerging trends, and innovative projects—and practical steps on how to get...
Melissa Berman Featured on “The Caring Economy” Podcast with Toby Usnik as RPA Marks 20 Years
...future of philanthropy the Rockefeller legacy of innovation regional differences in how philanthropy operates around the globe operating archetypes for philanthropy, and more! Listen to the full 35-minute podcast here....
Impact Investing to Extend Philanthropy’s Impact [Video]
As part of our impact investing work, Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors recently hosted a webinar that brought together three pairs of organizations–one funder and one supported organization–on their journey to use...
RPA Names Alejandro Álvarez von Gustedt Vice President, Europe
...Latin American network of philanthropists and social investors. Earlier, as Partner of the International Venture Philanthropy Center (IVPC) he co-led the establishment of the African Venture Philanthropy Alliance (AVPA), a...
Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors Announces the Appointment of A. Nicole (Nic) Campbell and Walter Sweet as Interim Co-CEOs and Co-Presidents
Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors announces that the Board of Directors has appointed A. Nicole (Nic) Campbell and Walter Sweet as Interim Co-CEOs and Co-Presidents, effective immediately. Nic and Walter are exceptional...
Strengthening Countervailing Forces through Climate Philanthropy
On April 3, Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisor’s Shifting Systems Initiative convened more than a hundred funders, practitioners, and allies on climate action at the 2025 Skoll World Forum in Oxford, England....
NEW Forging Futures: A Strategic Decision-Making Game for Resilient Societies
...A GAME? Philanthropy is serious work—and that’s exactly why we need to play. Philanthropy is constantly forced to be reactive, which further constrains our ability to exercise creativity. Transformative change...
Resources
...Learning Towards Zero (Learnbook One Zero and Systems Innovation) Resource Portals and Capacity Builders Deep Transitions Lab Illuminate Systems Philanthropy Dialogues Philanthropy Transformation Initiative (PTI) Re-imagining the INGO (RINGO) School...
Africa Is the World’s Most Generous Continent — So Why Isn’t It Showing?
African philanthropy is not emerging — it’s always been present. The 2025 CAF World Giving Report validates what we at RPA know and have observed from lived experience and across...
Mosun Layode
With two decades in international development and nonprofit leadership, Mosun Layode drives philanthropic strategy across Africa. She leads the African Philanthropy Forum, having previously directed WIMBIZ and LEAP Africa in...
Building the Global Movement Against Plastic Pollution
...project of Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors, the Fund focuses on collaborative projects that contribute to an emerging global movement for a healthier, more sustainable planet. Nicky Davies is the executive director...
Building Coalitions for Climate Justice: A Funders Roundtable
Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors and the Climate Justice Resilience Fund recently launched a new report entitled Building Coalitions for Climate Justice: A Funders Roundtable. Below is an excerpt, introducing key takeaways...
Systems Thinking for Impact Investing: Primer, Playbook, and What’s Next
Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors’ Shifting Systems Initiative is proud to announce the launch of two new resources for impact investors: The Systems Thinking for Impact Investing Primer and The Systems Thinking...
Impact Investing Handbook
Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors published the “Impact Investing Handbook: An Implementation Guide for Practitioners” to help asset owners turn interest into action. This practical publication features case studies and detailed guidance...
Addressing the Nature Crisis: Science Based Targets, Partnerships, and Scaling Impact [Recording]
This webinar discusses new guidance for companies on setting “science based targets for nature” as a way to address environmental crises and protect our shared global commons. This new guidance...