Global Philanthropy Forum

Locally-rooted foundations are strongly positioned to make an impact in their communities because they invest in the localities of which they are a part, and because their personal relationships and knowledge of the community improves the efficacyof their programs. What is the need, and what are the best methods, for building sustainable and local capacity for community development as government and other sectors reduce small-scale investments? Panelists will discuss the unique contributions of community philanthropy, and how governments should leverage their impact.Sombat Boonngamanong, Director and Founder, The Mirror FoundationMirza Jahani, CEO, Aga Khan Foundation USAAmita Puri, CEO, Charities Aid Foundation IndiaJenny Hodgson, Executive Director, Global Fund for Community Foundations (m)