Reinventing Philanthropy in Chicago: Philanthropy Community Conversation - Trib Nation

Reinventing Philanthropy in Chicago: Philanthropy Community Conversation - Trib Nation: "De-Mythologizing Giving

There's a mythology built around philanthropy, said Donors Forum CEO Valerie Lies. Amy Rasmussen of the Chicago Arts Partnerships in Education said philanthropy increasingly plays a role in the gray area between government and civic giving, such as in music programs in schools. Lines are blurring between non-profits and organizations that view philanthropy as an investment that both does good work and turns a guilt-free buck, said Sharon Schneider, philanthropic director at Foundation Source."