Successful Generations

Engaging Family in Family Philanthropy   The question I get asked the most, is “Ellie, how can I engage my family in philanthropy?” In this episode, Virginia “Ginny” Esposito, Founder and President of the National Center of Family Philanthropy, highlights what family philanthropy is and common trends in the work she has been in for over 30 years. She has lots of wisdom for parents and great resources, whether you are just getting started or if you’ve been giving for decades.   Topics discussed in this episode:   About Ginny Esposito (1:43) What is family philanthropy? (3:56) Trends in family philanthropy (11:51) Issue-based vs. place-based giving (14:45) Engaging family in family philanthropy (28:30) Resources (38:20) Why are you engaging your family? (something to consider) (45:00) Bonus Questions (46:12) Notable and Quotable:   “Family philanthropy has been around as long as there have been families.”—Ginny Esposito #familyphilanthropy #successfulgenerations   “Many times the tradition of giving precedes