NEWS & INSIGHTS
Learning Together. Leading Together.
The Satell Institute community thrives on mutual learning. When business and nonprofit leaders share ideas, insights, and hard-won wisdom, everyone grows stronger.
Explore what we’re learning:
Are You Running Your Nonprofit Like A Business?
New SI member Traci Donnelly believes it’s essential for nonprofits to operate with all the rigor of for-profit companies. And she’s leading the charge to make that a reality.
The Powerful Program Linking B Schools and Nonprofits
Led by SI member David Finegold, the Golub Capital Nonprofit Board Fellows Network is grooming a new generation of business talent to support nonprofits.
A Golden Touch for Helping People Get Back on Their Feet
Productive Pittsburgh — a new organization co-founded by SI member Brian Long — shows the innovative ways the business community and nonprofits can team up for the greater good.
Carrying On a U.S. President’s Legacy — as Part of the Satell Institute
As it turns its attention to preventing political violence and ensuring fair elections at home, new SI member The Carter Center — founded by President Jimmy Carter — sees a growing role for corporations and private foundations.
CSR Is Helping Chicken of the Sea Differentiate Itself — and Make a Difference
As the new Satell Institute member puts down roots in Pittsburgh, its new corporate home, sustainability and supporting the community are key parts of its business strategy.
Vanguard Tells Investors to Think Long-Term. That’s Also How It Thinks About CSR.
Its relationship with nonprofit Esperanza is a perfect example.
Giving Back to the Community Isn’t Just Good for the Community
It’s also good for the businesses that do it. Just ask Pittsburgh law firm Dentons Cohen & Grigsby.
The Amazing Story of the Alan Spanier Foundation
How a beagle, an improbable friendship, and smart stock picking are changing the lives of thousands of New York kids.
In Joining SI, a Community Foundation Supports Its Mission and Helps Nonprofits
The Satell Institute’s motto — “Community is every leader’s business” — comes to life through the Community Foundation of South Jersey.
A Powerful Partnership to End Violence Against Women
At the heart of CSR are strong partnerships between business and nonprofits. The bond between two new SI members shows what’s possible.
Helping Hungry Neighbors Through CSR
SI Nonprofit Affiliate Member Sharing Excess lets for-profit businesses reduce food insecurity in their communities while improving their own performance.
How a Philanthropic Family and a Railroad Lover of Are Helping Two Communities
Places like Pottstown and Boyertown have felt the pain of losing manufacturing. But creative thinking — backed by the power of Corporate Social Responsibility — is helping bring new hope.
How Citizens Bank Is Helping Pittsburgh — and Itself — Through CSR
The SI member is a key player in helping move the city forward. When that happens, everyone benefits.
The Most Important Nonprofit Is the One That Impacts YOU
It’s a core principle of the Satell Institute, as new member Steve Graham — whose philanthropic support helped break dancing be featured as an Olympic sport in 2024 — can attest.
The Business Community Is Backing a Man Wrongfully Convicted of Murder
Now free, Tyree Wallace wants to support underserved communities. He’s getting help from a longtime SI member and other business leaders.
How CSR Is Helping a Pro Soccer Franchise Score Big
Thanks to its deep commitment to CSR, New York City FC is helping the community — and finding like-minded business partners.
“SI is so unique because it brings together the money piece, the nonprofit piece, and the powerbroker piece into a place where you can talk and really have an honest conversation about what is happening in our communities and what people need.
Kate Whitman Annis
Executive Director, New Jersey Devils’ Devils Youth Foundation