Everyday Donors of Color: Diverse Philanthropy During Times of Change

Abstract

Academic research on philanthropy across diverse communities has up to this point received limited attention. Many questions remain unknown, including what motivates the giving practices of diverse donors, where they choose to give, and what specific tools and techniques donors of color are utilizing to enhance their giving. In addition to focusing on the giving practices of diverse donors in general, this is also an opportune time to assess the specific ways that diverse donors gave in response to the ongoing and projected impact of COVID-19 on marginalized communities.