From Bali to the World: How Melati Wijsen is Redefining Generosity for a New Generation
At the age of 12, while most children were navigating the complexities of middle school, Melati Wijsen was busy navigating the political landscape of Bali. Alongside her sister, she launched…
GivingTuesday 2026: The Global Architecture of Generosity
Mark your calendars: December 1, 2026, marks the next installment of GivingTuesday, the world’s largest movement dedicated to radical generosity. For many, GivingTuesday—also known as UnDíaParaDar in many Spanish-speaking regions—is…
The Global Tapestry of Altruism: Mapping the Modern Evolution of Generosity
Generosity is often viewed as a singular act—a donation, a volunteer hour, or a helping hand. However, a new digital initiative, the Stories of Generosity Map, is fundamentally shifting that…
Beyond Generosity: The Structural Power of Reciprocity in Philanthropy
For decades, the nonprofit sector has operated under the gravitational pull of "generosity"—a model that places the donor at the center of the universe. In this paradigm, wealth flows in…
GivingTuesday 2026: The Global Architecture of Radical Generosity
Mark your calendars: December 1, 2026, is the date the world turns its collective attention to the question, "How can I help?" As the global landscape grapples with increasing social,…
Unlocking Untapped Generosity: Why Your Year-End Appeals Must Include Recurring Donors, GivingTuesday Givers, and Volunteers
By Abby Jarvis, Head of Research at Neon One As the calendar pages turn towards December, nonprofit organizations globally enter their most critical fundraising period: the year-end giving season. This…
The Spectator Paradox: Decoding Why Social Visibility Doesn’t Always Breed Deep Generosity
For decades, the prevailing wisdom in philanthropy has been clear: generosity is contagious. When individuals witness their neighbors, peers, or community members engaging in acts of altruism, they are statistically…
Unlocking Year-End Generosity: Why Nonprofits Must Rethink Their Donor Appeals
By Abby Jarvis, Head of Research at Neon One The final weeks of the year represent a pivotal period for nonprofits, a time when charitable giving reaches its peak, fueled…
Shaping the Future of Generosity: An Interview with Anuoluwapo Adediran
Some individuals arrive at a calling through careful planning and deliberate career mapping; others find themselves pulled toward a mission by a sense of inevitability. For Anuoluwapo (Anu) Adediran, the…
The Architect of Kindness: How Esther Inioluwa Ogunbowale is Redefining Generosity in Lagos Classrooms
In the bustling educational landscape of Lagos, Nigeria, a quiet revolution is taking place. It is not occurring in policy boardrooms or through high-budget NGO campaigns, but within the four…


















