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Lake Institute’s Resource Library collects and curates a wide range of resources that can help deepen understanding and practice at the intersection of faith and giving.
Search by keywords or browse by themes to find current research, leadership insights, inspiring stories, discernment guides, theological reflection, and more.
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The Faithful Generosity Story Shelf highlights congregations and other religious organizations who have sought to use their assets and resources in creative—and sometimes surprising—ways as an expression of faithful giving.
The Center for the Church and the Black Experience and Lake Institute on Faith & Giving were proud to co-host the 2025 Symposium on Philanthropy and the Black Church. Focused on faith communities in the Black Church, the event united leaders across sectors to build trust, foster strategic partnerships, and reimagine philanthropy through the lens of faith, legacy, and mutual respect.
Erica Dollhopf, Ph.D., Meredith McNabb, and Dr. Carlos Perkins explore the newest data on religious giving and share key insights from the Giving USA 2025 report.
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Leaders from Ferguson Commission, Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, and Christian Theological Seminary reflect on the relationship of faith, philanthropy and social justice in the Black Church.
Dr. Shariq Siddiqui explains why research into Muslim philanthropy faces entrenched hurdles but has potential to illuminate the sector.
For Hispanic philanthropy, using our moral imagination could lead us to simply be interested in the histories and cultures of our friends, co-workers, donors and clients, be they Hispanic or otherwise.
Melissa Spas challenges us to end the taboo of money talk in our religious institutions through counter-cultural leadership.
Rafia Khader describes Ramadan and the purpose of fasting.
Scott Harrison, Founder and CEO of charity: water, explores the new face of charity today.
This issue of Giving Magazine focuses on Living Courageously. Inside you’ll find thoughtful reflections and practical application for courageous generosity across various generations and modes of giving.
David P. King, Ph.D. writes about the risks Christian scriptures ask of us when it comes to stewardship.
Rev. Bruce Barkhauer turns to scripture for encouragement to speak about matters of money with courage.
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