Creating and Defining Value: Corporate Philanthropy and Social Responsibility 1984-2016

This paper explores the essential elements in cultivating a culture of philanthropy within organizations. It defines philanthropy broadly as giving money and time to improve lives, and a culture of philanthropy as an organizational approach where all members share responsibility for resource development and prioritize relationship-building over mere monetary donations. The document outlines key components, including shared responsibility, mission alignment, engagement-focused fundraising, and the development of supporting systems, emphasizing that fund development should be seen as a mission-aligned program.