Mission / History

Our mission is “to celebrate and spotlight the good works of individuals and organizations, so that others will emulate that behavior.”

We do this by recognizing those whose contributions are the life source of the nonprofit organizations and foundations. Readers and visitors gain insight into the philanthropic spirit from feature articles on extraordinary people and learn from articles on major trends and on fund raising. No other media dedicates its publication or editorial content solely to promoting and encouraging good works, especially by those most able to give.

History

Philanthropy World Magazine was started in 1996 by Bob Hopkins**, former nonprofit organization director, fund raiser, speaker and columnist. Begun as a free-circulation monthly tabloid, the magazine evolved dramatically under the direction of Publisher/Editor-in-Chief Beth Wilbins, former Editor of D magazine. Today, Philanthropy World Magazine is a premium, four-color publication with a growing subscriber base. The magazine