A Sommelier for your Philanthropy
"I have never met a miserly wine lover" - Charles Fadiman What could be simpler than giving away money? For those who have tried it,…
Higher Education Philanthropy: A Cautionary Tale
Building Leadership "Higher Education Philanthropy: A Cautionary Tale." Summer 2010 In a publication of the Leadership Institute, Fransen points out the particular difficulties conservative donors…
Philanthropy Daily
Starting in June 2010, Fransen became a Contributor at the new Online news site, PhilanthropyDaily.com His blog post can be found at: PhilantropyDaily.com [View Full…
Conscience Capitalism
Philanthropy Roundtable "Conscience Capitalism" Fall/October 2009 Fransen's review of "Be the Solution" by Michael Strong with John Mackey is supportive of their idea that entrepreneurship…
Preserving Donor Intent
Investment & Wealth Monitor "Preserving Donor Intent" October 2009 Fransen and A. Keith Whitaker explore the way in which donor intent should figure into estate…
Getting Name on Building Becomes Cheaper for Donors (Update 1)
Bloomberg.com "Getting Name on Building Becomes Cheaper for Donors(Update1)" October 9, 2009 In an article reviewing the effects of increased competition for philanthropic dollars, Fransen…
Next: An Internet Revolution in Higher Education
BusinessWeek "Next: An Internet Revolution in Higher Education" September 14, 2009 In this article about the possibility of technological change creating a new model for…
New Unrest on Campus as Donors Rebel
The Wall Street Journal "New Unrest on Campus as Donors Rebel" April 23, 2009 In an article describing the increasing temptation colleges are facing to…
Court Rules Helmsley Trustees Not Bound by Donor’s Instructions
The Chronicle of Philanthropy "Court Rules Helmsley Trustees Not Bound by Donor's Instructions" March 12, 2009 With regard to discussions on how to implement Leona…
Bringing Civic Education Back to Campus
Philanthropy Roundtable Magazine "Bringing Civic Education Back to Campus" Philanthropy February 2009 In a cover story on philanthropy and civic education, Scott Walter highlighted Fransen's…