Generous Giving

Generous Giving

From Humankind on Public Radio by David Freudberg

June 11, 2026 · 29 min

About this episode

This episode examines current trends in charitable giving with expert Stacy Palmer.

We examine current trends in charitable giving by individuals and foundations with Stacy Palmer, long-time editor of The Chronicle of Philanthropy, and one of America’s most knowledgeable journalists about the nation’s $316 billion charitable sector. To see additional resources and our other programs, please visit humanmedia.org . Humankind specials are heard on NPR and PRX member-stations, in association with GBH Boston.

People in this episode

Host: David Freudberg

Guest: Stacy Palmer

Topics covered

  • charitable giving
  • philanthropy
  • trends in giving
  • journalism
  • nonprofit sector

Keywords

  • charitable giving
  • philanthropy
  • Stacy Palmer
  • The Chronicle of Philanthropy
  • nonprofit sector
  • trends
  • donations

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Chronicle of Philanthropy, NPR, PRX, GBH Boston

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