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Personal stories in philanthropy provide inspiring, real-life examples of individuals who have made a difference in the lives of others.
Paul Barry-Walsh
Chief Executive of the Fredericks Foundation Paul Barry-Walsh believes that once one recognises their good fortune, they must also recognise the inherent responsibility that goes with it.
Tony Blair Writes about his philanthropic journey since stepping-down as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.
Darcey Bussell
Formerly the Royal Ballet’s principal dancer Darcey Bussell now focuses her energies on giving back and supports Rainforest Concern.
Sir Ronald Cohen
Aims to achieve a "radical improvement in the UK's capacity to create wealth, economic growth and employment".
Mike Dickson
Founder of Whizz-Kidz, Dickson has found that people who give get as much back in return.
Chair of the Clore Duffield Foundation, Dame Vivien Duffield writes, as a philanthropist and a fundraiser, about the impact of the downturn on giving.
Vernon Ellis
Inspired by his love of the arts, Ellis formed a family foundation to channel his gifts in an effective way.
Nicholas Ferguson
Investment manager Ferguson believes that, "No government in the world has the resources to do all that is needed. Charitable giving is fundamental to a healthy society."
Ram Gidoomal
A visit to a slum in Bombay inspired Ram Gidoomal to do more with his charitable giving, believing that “time and energy can be more important, more meaningful, than money”.
David Gold
Chair of the London arm of A Glimmer of Hope foundation, his approach is "light on paper, high on engagement".
Sir Peter Lampl
Established The Sutton Trust to challenge educational inequality in the UK, and sees philanthropic engagement as a rewarding experience where maximum leverage is achieved through partnerships, research and interaction with government and educational institutions.
Polly McLean
A Founder Director of The Funding Network, McLean also co-chairs the selection committee and the TFN projects she has sponsored have raised an approximate total of £100,000.
Renu Mehta
Founder of Fortune Forum, a charity which aims to tackle the interdependent global issues of poverty, climate change and diseases, Renu Mehta used her extensive contacts to convene philanthropists, global leaders and celebrities to collectively make a difference.
Sheetal Mehta
Sheetal Mehta believes people must be inspired by what they get out of giving personally and professionally. She says people should "not just think about it, but do something and care about it!".
Doug Miller
Life has taught venture philanthropist Doug Miller that: "if you are capable - with either financial means or skills - then you have an obligation to give back to society".
Mia Morris
For Mia Morris giving is all about CSR – community social responsibility. A well known community activist she defines her philanthropic activities as being deeply rooted in belonging to a community of people.
Nigel Morris
NPC trustee Nigel Morris and his wife spent time looking at various models, to "see where we could have the most impact on the charitable sector".
Dr Frederick Mulder
Focuses his efforts on what he calls "social change philanthropy", investing in causes which will benefit future generations.
Michael Oglesby
Founder of Bruntwood Estates, "a family business, whose values and commitment to work in the community are at the heart of the company".
Caroline Pfohl-Ho
Caroline Pfohl-Ho is chair of The Robert H. N. Family Foundation, a unique foundation that promotes Chinese arts and culture, and aims to foster a deeper understanding of Buddhist philosophy and apply its insights to creative expression.
Serge Raicher
A founder member of the European Venture Philanthropy Association, Raicher's private equity experience influences his giving.
Sigrid Rausing
A philanthropist, publisher and anthropologist Sigrid Rausing founded her charitable trust in 1995, which has five main areas of interest including human rights and environmental justice.
David Robins
With a background in investment banking, Robins inherited a belief in social values and equality of opportunity. "Working in East London, where poverty was on our doorstep, I thought 'How can we not do something?'"
Gordon Roddick
Advances social change through social enterprise, which he describes as “commercially successful ventures, as well as ethically sound and dedicated to serving society”.
J.K. Rowling
Author of the phenomenally successful series of Harry Potter books J.K. Rowling is the founder of the Volant Charitable Trust, which aids women and children and to combat poverty and social inequality.
Dame Stephanie Shirley
Takes an entrepreneurial approach to her philanthropy and defines giving as a social and cultural activity as much as a financial transaction.
The United Nations Foundation is tackling some of the world’s greatest challenges. Its founder, the media mogul Ted Turner, says writing a $1 bn cheque to set up the Foundation in 1998 “was the best decision I ever made.”
Stephen Viederman
Viederman believes that we are all 'Grandparents' because of our moral and ethical obligations to future generations, and that it is our duty to make sure all children's heritages are secure.
Mr & Mrs A
Have increased the effectiveness of their giving by establishing a charitable trust with a formalised decision-making process.
