The essential guide to philanthropy - what it is, how it works, and why anyone can become an entrepreneurial philanthropist.
A Talent for Giving offers a fresh perspective on philanthropy and its related topics. In particular, John Studzinski debunks the myth that philanthropy is a matter of rich people donating large sums of money for capital projects. He champions that we all have talents that can be used to help others, regardless of our financial situation – time, skills, wisdom or resources.
Each chapter covers one of the ‘tools’ in the philanthropic toolbox: Time, Talent, Treasure, Ties, Technology, Trust, Temperature (anger at injustices in the world) and Testimony (persuasive communication of one’s convictions).
Including broader discussions on philanthropy and insights from high-profile figures, this book encourages readers to assemble their own philanthropic skillset to engage with entrepreneurial philanthropy in a meaningful and practical way.
A Talent for Giving
John Studzinski
The essential guide to philanthropy - what it is, how it works, and why anyone can become an entrepreneurial philanthropist.
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Imprint: Bloomsbury Business UK
Publication Date: 18-09-2025
Format: Hardback | 216 x 135mm | 208 pagesAbout the Author
John Studzinski, CBE is an American-British investment banker and philanthropist. Since September 2018, he has been Managing Director and Vice Chairman of the global investment management firm PIMCO. In his philanthropic activities, he consistently emphasizes the importance of human dignity and the role in philanthropy of mentoring and active networks. In 2008, he was awarded a CBE for his services to the Arts and Charity, and his philanthropy has been recognized with awards from Pope John Paul II, the Prince of Wales (2014) and the Beacon Prize.
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