Podcast Episode
William A. Schambra & the power of everyday philanthropy
Givers, Doers, & Thinkers—A Podcast on Philanthropy and Civil Society·Jeremy Beer·27 May 2026·55 min

About this episode
This week on Givers, Doers, & Thinkers, Jeremy Beer sits down with William A. Schambra to explore the tension between establishment philanthropy and what he calls “everyday philanthropy”—the grassroots efforts that often go unnoticed but play a vital role in strengthening civil society.
They discuss the influence of progressivism on modern giving and why top-down approaches can miss the real work happening in communities. He makes the case for trust-based philanthropy, local leadership, and a renewed focus on empowering individuals and neighborhoods to drive change from the ground up.
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