Cambridge Centre for Strategic Philanthropy debuts case study on the Tony Elumelu Foundation
The University of Cambridge Centre for Strategic Philanthropy (CSP) is delighted to launch an in-depth, teachable case study on the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF). Tony O. Elumelu, CFR TEF was launched in 2010 by Mr Tony O. Elumelu, CFR, former…

The interplay between impact investing and philanthropy
Impact investment is a key complementary funding source in emerging markets like Nigeria, concludes a report by the Centre for Strategic Philanthropy at Cambridge Judge Business School, in collaboration with SME.NG and the Impact Investors Foundation. Elena Christodoulou Dr Shonali…

Year two in review: growth and new opportunities for the Centre for Strategic Philanthropy
by the Centre for Strategic Philanthropy team The Centre for Strategic Philanthropy (CSP) recently celebrated its second anniversary, solidifying its role as a hub for research and convening on philanthropy in global growth markets. 2021 presented new expansions and exciting…

Exploring the partnerships between NGOs and digital philanthropy
by Dr Shonali Banerjee, Research Associate at the Centre for Strategic Philanthropy In her most recent piece for Development in Practice, Centre for Strategic Philanthropy (CSP) Research Associate Dr Shonali Banerjee investigates the complex role digital crowdfunding platforms play in…

Scaling up the Centre for Strategic Philanthropy
by Jack Lilley, Communications Manager at the Centre for Strategic Philanthropy In September, the team at the Centre for Strategic Philanthropy (CSP) held a strategy week at Cambridge Judge Business School to discuss ongoing research, education and thought leadership outputs, and…

How do we #ShiftThePower in philanthropy?
by Dr Shonali Banerjee, Research Associate at the Centre for Strategic Philanthropy This summer, our team at the Centre for Strategic Philanthropy (CSP) launched the #ShiftThePower monthly seminar series, which brings together prominent voices from the Global South and the…

Intimate technologies for affective development
In her recent piece "Intimate technologies for affective development: how crowdfunding platforms commodify interpersonal connections" for Third World Quarterly, Dr Shonali Banerjee shares findings from her research with philanthropic crowdfunding platforms in India. Hailed by many as transformative fundraising tools for…

The Centre of Strategic Philanthropy’s debut executive education course
by Zhiwan Rong, Research Assistant at the Centre for Strategic Philanthropy Last month the Centre debuted its executive education programme, entitled 'Strategic Philanthropy in Emerging Markets: Maximising Impact'. It was an exciting four-day virtual learning experience, which welcomed a diverse…
