PhilanthropyMatters focuses on the "who, how and what" of philanthropy. This programming accentuates the ASU Lodestar Center’s role as a regional, national and global knowledge leader in nonprofit and philanthropic themes. Learn about past events.

Programmatic Overview
PhilanthropyMatters was developed to continue advancing the Center’s Philanthropy portfolio. This programming accentuates the ASU Lodestar Center’s role as a regional, national and global knowledge leader in nonprofit and philanthropic themes, building on its growing reputation as the “go to” resource for those seeking understanding about philanthropy and its effective practice.
1 | Philanthropy Forums and Summits
The Center hosts convenings on topics of great interest to the philanthropic sector. These events range in size from intimate salon gatherings to large-scale events. Speaker are nationally- or internationally-renowned and will draw attendees from across the field of philanthropy. The Center also partners with various other stakeholders to create leading-edge programming and promote dialogue on contemporary topics that demand discussion by those in the field.
2 | Philanthropic Research
The ASU Lodestar Center fills a unique research niche as a philanthropic center located in the southwestern United States. The ASU Lodestar Center is developing signature research projects in conjunction with other university partners.
For more information about PhilanthropyMatters, please contact Jill Watts, Director of Capacity Building Initiatives, at 602-496-0189 or by email at jill.watts@asu.edu.
Previous events

CommYOUnity Solutions – Philanthropy for Social Impact: Oct. 2019

Strategic Philanthropy Accelerator – The Philanthropy Workshop: Jan. 2019

From Passenger to Driver: Women Driving Bold Philanthropy: Oct. 2018

Rusty Stahl: Why Everyone Should Invest in America’s Nonprofit Workforce: March 2018

Impact Through Philanthropy: Feb. 2018

Achieving High Impact Philanthropy: Nov. 2017
