Trends and Predictions

When sustainability regulation weakens, leadership matters more than ever. In this open letter to CEOs, Dr. Elisa Ricciuti, PhD, shows how strategic philanthropy can become a powerful driver of ESG, innovation, and competitive advantage. Drawing on European data and real-world cases, she explains how businesses can move from compliance to impact — and from shareholder logic to true stakeholder value.

An invitation to embrace philanthropy and mortality with intention, creating a values-driven legacy that endures beyond a lifetime.

“Cancel culture” in philanthropy isn’t about outrage - it’s about accountability. Strategic giving, when led with courage and integrity, becomes a compass for trust and long-term leadership.

DR. GIULIA R. TUFARO - Founder, ìMedici Institute of Strategic Philanthropy Strategic philanthropy has moved from buzzword to boardroom...

Based on the latest business developments and mandatory requirements emerging in 2026, the integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles is no longer a peripheral concern but a central strategic imperative. As organizations strive to align their operations with broader societal values, the question arises: how does ESG integration drive tangible business success? Drawing from extensive experience and analysis, I will explore the multifaceted benefits o

Trust has narrowed to historically low levels, yet business remains the most trusted institution—not because it is liked, but because it is perceived as capable. That trust is conditional, renewed through explanation, not assertion. In this climate, philanthropy communication becomes a proxy for leadership credibility. Communication is no longer the epilogue to responsible action; it is governance in public.

Too many corporate–nonprofit partnerships leave valuable communication resources untapped. This article explores how funders can move beyond transactional support and help nonprofits build the skills, tools, and confidence needed to communicate impact more effectively, creating value for both sides.

Dr. Giulia R. Tufaro at Piazza della Signoria, Florence — Founder of the ìMedici Institute of Strategic Philanthropy and Managing Director of Filantropì Renactimento. "I first walked the streets of Florence as a young girl on a school trip, gazing up at statues I didn’t yet understand, but sensing they carried something bigger than beauty. Years later, during the five-year research journey that became my book Philanthropy Path to Revenue Growth , I returned to Florence with a