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Sillerman Center Activities

AWARDS

The Sillerman Center will announce its Innovation in Social Activism Philanthropy Award criteria in 2008.

EVENTS AND SPEAKERS

The Sillerman Center for the Advancement of Philanthropy will bring experts in the field of philanthropy to Brandeis University to enhance the collective knowledge of the faculty, staff and students of the University. Please check the website again in the near future for scheduled speakers.

  • JANUARY 29, 2008 - JOEL FLEISHMAN   Read the press release and watch video
  • MARCH 4, 2008, 7:00-9:00 PM - THE ZINNER DISTINGUISHED LECTURE SERIES
    "Is U.S. Philanthropy Ignoring Poverty in Its Own Backyard?"
    A debate about how best to promote social justice, featuring Phil Buchanan, president of the Center for Effective Philanthropy, and Rob Reich, aasociate professor, Stanford University. Moderated by Ellen Remmer, president and CEO, The Philanthropic Initiative.
    RSVP by February 25, 2008, to Courtney Lombardo, clombard@brandeis.edu.

ROUNDTABLES AND FORUMS

The Sillerman Center will convene groups around issues in philanthropy. These forums or roundtables will allow people in the field to share ideas and experiences with each other, thus providing networks, knowledge and strength.