Tapping Philanthropy for Development:

"A collective work of impeccable scholarship, Tapping Philanthropy for Development is very highly recommended for community, NGO, governmental, and academic library collections."—Willis M. Buhle, Midwest Book Review

"A must have tool for individuals who manage international development programs…. The applied examples and the lessons learned are pure gold."—Harold V. Tarver, US Department of Agriculture

"A comprehensive guide for universities seeking to work with local partners in project implementation, detailing many of the lessons learned from [the ISU] experience… This book is an honest, forthright discussion of an innovative project."—David M. Leege, Catholic Relief Services

"The practical knowledge gained from the ISU experience in Uganda provides a unique resource that links theoretical material to the realities of fieldwork. This clear case study helps to bring alive the discussion of field methods and their importance in the success of projects."—Grace S. Marquis, McGill University

"An invaluable guide for forging productive development partnerships. It should be on the mandatory reading list of government officials, donor agencies, practitioners, and students of development.... This book is as rich in lessons as it is timely in appearance."—Calestous Juma, Harvard University

"A wonderful case study on the challenges and rewards of creating a university program that is a collaborative effort between private funders and public institutions.... I appreciated that each chapter highlighted a particular stage or step that other institutions will encounter in developing this type of privately funded program and also shared lessons learned and recommendations to assist others in the future."—Sarah K. Blom, Michigan State University

"A must-read book for university faculty and administrators who are serious about undertaking long-term international development work that has lasting benefits."—R. Hunt Davis, Jr., University of Florida

"Sharing important lessons for others pursuing a similar path, Tapping Philanthropy for Development shows how one philanthropic couple worked with a university to structure gifts to meet their philanthropic goals."—Eric Friedman, author of Reinventing Philanthropy: A Framework for More Effective Giving.

"This first-hand account ... provides keen insights into the benefits and challenges of establishing partnerships with various actors in the developing world. The vignettes and broader case study elaborate on key details that are important to implementing effective programs and candidly describe stumbling blocks the actors encountered.... The specific lessons and recommendations included at the end of each chapter serve as a practical guide for those of us seeking to engage in similar public-private and third-sector partnerships."—Nora Tobin, Self Help International

"This well-written study of an international development project provides both an excellent overview of what works—-and what does not—and an intriguing description of the role of philanthropy. It is a must read for anyone interested in multifaceted international programs."—Raymond J. Miller, University of Maryland