Phil Buchanan, Author at The Center for Effective Philanthropy

Organizational Changes at CEP
Phil Buchanan President, CEP

Feb 4, 2011 | Programming and Communications Administration, Programming and Communications By Phil Buchanan, Programming and Communications Programming and Communications

Phil Buchanan opens the search for a director of communications and applauds the many accomplishments of current vice president-programming, communications, and developement Alyse d’Amico.

Here’s Some Philanthropy Advice for Mark Zuckerberg
Phil Buchanan President, CEP
Stephen Heintz President and CEO, Rockefeller Brothers Fund

Dec 14, 2010 | Developing Strategy By Phil Buchanan, Developing Strategy Developing Strategy

Phil Buchanan shares an op-ed by him and Stephen Heintz that offers four pieces of advice to Mark Zuckerberg and the other Giving Pledgers.

Introducing Guest Blogger Crystal Hayling
Phil Buchanan President, CEP

Dec 8, 2010 | Programming and Communications By Phil Buchanan, Programming and Communications Programming and Communications

Phil Buchanan introduces Guest Blogger Crystal Hayling. Crystal is Former President and CEO of the Blue Shield of California Foundation and a member of the CEP Board of Directors. She is currently living in Singapore and is taking some time to write about – and reflect upon – philanthropy, social innovation, and international development.

Working with Grantees: Why Good Relationships Matter
Phil Buchanan President, CEP

Nov 5, 2010 | Funder/Grantee Relationships By Phil Buchanan, Funder/Grantee Relationships Funder/Grantee Relationships

Phil Buchanan argues that funders should work to strengthen their relationships with grantees. He draws on testimonials from two foundations leaders who see strong funder-grantee relationships as critical to having an impact in their fields.

Monitor Institute and CEP Join Forces to Scale Data Visualization Tool
Phil Buchanan President, CEP

Oct 28, 2010 | Assessing Performance Assessing Performance, Assessing Performance By Phil Buchanan, Assessing Performance Developing Strategy

Phil Buchanan announces CEP’s partnership with Monitor Institute to bring the Strategy Landscape Tool, a new data visualization tool, to the field of philanthropy.

“Open-Source Strategy” (Part 4): Foundation Strategy Development and the Perils of Isolation
Phil Buchanan President, CEP

Oct 27, 2010 | Developing Strategy By Phil Buchanan, Developing Strategy Developing Strategy

“Foundations can’t develop good strategy with closed processes,” asserts Phil Buchanan. He poses four questions for foundation leaders to consider before seeking stakeholder feedback.

“Open-Source Strategy” (Part 3): Getting Burned by Openness
Phil Buchanan President, CEP

Oct 25, 2010 | Developing Strategy By Phil Buchanan, Developing Strategy Developing Strategy

Phil Buchanan discusses the dangers of openness when developing strategy, but explains why he believes the risks are greatly outweighed by the rewards.

“Open-Source Strategy” (Part 2): The Benefits of Engagement
Phil Buchanan President, CEP

Oct 22, 2010 | Developing Strategy By Phil Buchanan, Developing Strategy Developing Strategy, Developing Strategy Managing Operations

CEP’s strategic planning process has embraced opinions from over seventy staff members, advisors, and directors. Phil Buchanan explains the process and the philosophy behind this approach.