Research on philanthropy
Several months ago, we published a blog post about research that informs philanthropy , using the example of the Stoneleigh Foundation’s...
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teresa394
- Jul 30
- 4 min
Addressing food insecurity at Bucks County Community College
Bucks County Community College receiving the Hunger Free Campus Award from then Pennsylvania First Lady Frances Wolf after giving her a...
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teresa394
- Jul 18
- 4 min
Measuring Impact
By Abby Rolland How can impact be measured, why do funders ask for it, and how can measurement be helpful to nonprofits? In previous blog...
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teresa394
- Jul 2
- 3 min
Learning about mission-aligned giving in my summer internship
Intern Kayleigh Howard at work at harp-weaver LLC. By Kayleigh Howard, harp-weaver LLC Summer Intern A place where community engagement...
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teresa394
- Jun 13
- 2 min
Total Impact Summit 2024 Reflections
Principal Teresa Araco Rodgers (seated second from right) on a panel discussion at the Total Impact Summit By Teresa Araco Rodgers The...
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teresa394
- May 9
- 2 min
Why research matters in philanthropy
By Abby Rolland Several weeks ago, harp-weaver LLC staff listened to a panel discussion about gun violence in Philadelphia schools....
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rachael0544
- Mar 21
- 2 min
Greenfield Youth Film Festival: Amplifying Youth Voices
By Jill Greenfield Feldman Jill Feldman has been a Financial Manager at harp-weaver since November, 2022. She became a Trustee at the...
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rachael0544
- Feb 21
- 2 min
Governance as Part of a Foundation’s Impact Equation
In previous blog posts, harp-weaver LLC shared how foundations can be impactful and how conducting evaluations can contribute to a better...
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rachael0544
- Feb 5
- 3 min
The Sarah Ralston Foundation Grantee, ARTZ Philadelphia, Supports Individuals Living with Dementia Through Arts and Culture
by Abby Rolland Since 2022, harp-weaver has been engaged by the then-Ralston Center and now The Sarah Ralston Foundation to provide...
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rachael0544
- Jan 23
- 2 min
New Client Announcement
harp-weaver LLC is pleased to announce that it will provide philanthropy advice, foundation management services, and strategic direction...
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rachael0544
- Jan 10
- 2 min
Widger Family Foundation Announcement
By Abby Rolland harp-weaver LLC is pleased to share that it will serve as the manager of the Widger Family Foundation. The Widger Family...
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teresa394
- Dec 27, 2023
- 3 min
2023 in review at harp-weaver
By Abby Rolland With new and returning clients, new staff, engaging in the process of becoming a Benefit LLC, and much more, harp-weaver...
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teresa394
- Nov 13, 2023
- 3 min
Evaluation and Impact
By Abby Rolland In philanthropy, funders often ask how well and to what degree nonprofits have an impact on their clients, stakeholders,...
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teresa394
- Nov 1, 2023
- 3 min
Giving with a personal approach and a focus on relationships
Photo courtesy of the Friends of the Wissahickon, an organization supported by the featured client. harp-weaver serves clients –...
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teresa394
- Sep 20, 2023
- 4 min
Impact in philanthropy
Image courtesy of Giving Compass In the philanthropic sector, there are numerous ways to first define and then measure impact. One can...
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teresa394
- Aug 30, 2023
- 3 min
A passion for music and a philanthropic legacy
Pictured (from top left clockwise): The author's grandmother Mimi Rolland playing piano for residents at Woodview Healthcare (Photo...
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teresa394
- Aug 3, 2023
- 4 min
What Americans Think About Philanthropy and Nonprofits
The cover page for the report "What Americans Think About Philanthropy and Nonprofits" By Abby Rolland When you think, live, work, and...
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teresa394
- Jun 22, 2023
- 1 min
Advocacy and Philanthropy Part II: Funding for the Arts
Image says #fundPHLarts, courtesy of the Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance In a blog post from last year, harp-weaver staff shared...
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teresa394
- Jun 12, 2023
- 4 min
Trust-Based Philanthropy, Providing Support Beyond the Grant, and Centering Equity
By Abby Rolland Opportunities to learn about philanthropy abound including through membership organizations like Exponent Philanthropy...
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teresa394
- Jun 1, 2023
- 3 min
What Funders Need To Know Part 1: Insurance
By Teresa Rodgers and Abby Rolland In the simplest yet incomplete of descriptions, institutional philanthropy (such as giving through...
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