Part of a Philanthropy A-Z series There are instances where a downturned economy can offer new and innovative solutions to issues that we face. Even though many of us are tightening our own wallets, social problems and worthy causes do not decline. Giving circles are a growing form of philanthropy that offer solutions to social…
Thanksgiving presents a perfect time to share ideas with family and friends about how best to achieve your desired charitable outcomes during the holidays. Forbes Magazine has some great tips about leveraging this season of thanks to align with your strategic philanthropic goals: Make the dinner table a charitable roundtable: Assemble all of the appeals…
This past Tuesday, Nov 15, National Philanthropy Day, CAAP was very proud to participate in a Chronicle of Philanthropy discussion highlighting how organizations can target their fundraising towards Arab American donors. It was an honor for CAAP to connect with a national audience directly to answer questions about Arab American philanthropy. Participants in the discussion…
Thank A Philanthropist! Your generosity helps to make the world a better place. CAAP is celebrating National Philanthropy Day by thanking you for being a philanthropist. Your interest in CAAP encourages us as we work to strengthen the collective impact of…
Tomorrow, Veteran’s Day, the Arab American National Museum (AANM) will be unveiling a new gallery exhibit entitled Patriots and Peacemakers: Arab Americans in Service to Our Country. This exhibit tells the stories of heroism and self-sacrifice that affirm the important roles Arab Americans have played in our country throughout its history. CAAP is pleased to…
This past weekend, the Arab American National Museum (AANM) hosted a cutting-edge conference in honor of the late Dr. Michael Suleiman. Dr. Suleiman, along with being a founding figure in the field of Arab American studies, was also an exemplary philanthropist. CAAP recognizes that philanthropic work takes many guises, and can involve donating time, expertise,…
The Center for Arab American Philanthropy Professional Advisory Board members Muna and Basem Hishmeh are great examples of Arab American philanthropists whose giving has enhanced children’s lives through the arts. Originally from Palestine, the Hishmehs believe exposure to the arts is especially important for children. Having grown up without the art and music lessons, Muna…
Eating disorders? Gun violence? Jobs? Drug use? A group of budding grant-makers wants to know what issues area teens consider most important. Members of the Teen Grantmaking Initiative (TGI), a project of the Center for Arab American Philanthropy, met Sunday to weigh what they consider to be most important to young people and how their…
CAAP founder and ACCESS Deputy Executive Director Maha Freij was honored Oct. 19 in Washington by the American Task Force for Palestine (ATFP) with a Distinguished Service in Philanthropy Award. Each year, ATFP honors the contributions of Palestinian Americans who have enriched their community and provided great service or unique achievement in the U.S. In…
We at CAAP love that our grantmaking extends across the nation (from Massachusetts to California), but it’s also important for us to develop strong connections within the Great Lakes region. This year’s annual Council of Michigan Foundations conference was held in Kalamazoo on Oct. 10-11, and CAAP staff Jamie Kim, Katy Hanway, and Jeanette Mansour…