The Modern Philanthropist: What Today’s Donors Really Want (feat. Isabelle Hayhoe, Barclays Private Bank)

About this episode

The episode discusses the evolving landscape of philanthropy and what modern donors seek from charities.

Philanthropy is changing — and donors are changing with it. In this episode of What Donors Want, we speak with Isabelle Hayhoe, Senior Philanthropy Adviser at Barclays Private Bank, about new research exploring how high-net-worth individuals in the UK are approaching giving today. Drawing on insights from their report The Modern Philanthropist, the conversation reveals a clear shift: today’s donors are becoming more intentional, more informed, and more engaged in the causes they support. Philanthropy is moving beyond transactions toward deeper partnerships between donors and the organisations they fund. We explore: - What today’s major donors are really looking for from charities - Why strategic advice and relationships matter more than ever - How donors are contributing more than money, and what this means for fundraisers and nonprofit leaders If philanthropy used to be about writing cheques, today it’s increasingly about participation, collaboration, and long-term change.

People in this episode

Guest: Isabelle Hayhoe

Topics covered

• philanthropy
• donor engagement
• high-net-worth individuals
• charity relationships
• strategic advice

Keywords

• philanthropy
• donors
• charities
• high-net-worth
• engagement
• strategic advice
• collaboration

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Barclays Private Bank

Books & works: The Modern Philanthropist