Inaugural issue of the Journal of Muslim Philanthropy & Civil Society, Scott C. Alexander, PhD and Shariq A. Siddiqui, PhD, Co-Editors-in Chief
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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.
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This Insights explores how your organization’s “digital front door” shapes giving and engagement. Meredith McNabb shares practical guidance on strengthening your website and online presence to support donor trust and accessibility, while Emily Heck expands on this perspective with strategies for improving search engine optimization (SEO) and AI-readiness. Together, they offer actionable ways to ensure your digital presence both reflects your mission and helps people find—and support—your work.
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Drawing on recent research from Givelify and philanthropic scholars, David P. King, PhD, examines the gap between religious donors’ desire to give consistently and their actual giving patterns. He explores how congregations and faith leaders can foster generosity by framing giving not simply as a financial transaction, but as a spiritual practice rooted in habit, reflection, and community.
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Dr. David King responds to the recent natural disasters in the US and how faith plays a large part in the recovery.
Shariq Siddiqui shares why attending to the religious calendar is a necessity for donors and nonprofits.
David P. King, Ph.D. recaps the Thomas H. Lake Lecture featuring Eboo Patel.
Eboo Patel, Ph.D. challenges us to consider the theologies of interfaith cooperation that exist within our own traditions.
Lake Institute spoke with Dr. Paul Schervish about how understanding the spirituality of both giving and receiving can enhance the study of philanthropy.
This issue of Giving Magazine focuses on Living Generously and emphasizes the ways generosity allows donors to be present and feel a part of something bigger than themselves.
Dr. William Enright shares how in giving generously we become a part of something bigger than ourselves.
Live Generously is a companion resource for Giving Magazine Volume 19.
Keith A. Mundy writes how an annual stewardship emphasis can strengthen generosity in your congregation.
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