We want our children and grandchildren to prosper in just and sustainable societies and to inherit a verdant, resilient world. It is a hope we all share. If you have the blessing of abundant resources, you may want to help others live healthy, productive lives and ensure a bountiful planet for future generations. And there is much reason for hope. Today, more philanthropic resources are devoted to solving the world’s most challenging problems than ever before.
But good intentions are not enough. The world is an increasingly complex place, composed of highly interdependent social, ecological, economic, technological, cultural and political systems. Philanthropic efforts that do not account for this complexity, relying on false hopes rather than strong evidence and sound planning, typically have very disappointing results.
For charitable initiatives and programs to have a lasting positive impact and avoid unintended consequences, ethics must be coupled with creative thinking and the best science. Today, more than ever, we need Smart Philanthropy.
The University of Florida’s Center for Adaptive Innovation, Resilience, Ethics and Science (UF CAIRES) can help you translate your financial contributions into effective, sustainable solutions. We work with individuals, international, national, community and corporate foundations, and alumni to develop strategic plans and programs that best leverage your generosity, making every dollar count.
Working with UF CAIRES presents donors and potential partners the opportunity to achieve four key benefits:
- You will receive personalized attention to your philanthropic aspirations and goals with the development of a customized plan.
- Your funding will be put to use in a way that best leverages your investment while maximizing on-the-ground success and the long-term sustainability of results. We translate your passions into lasting impact.
- You will fortify the University of Florida’s strong tradition of cutting-edge scholarship targeted to public service and global welfare.
- You will contribute to the intellectual growth, practical skill building, and career development of UF’s best undergraduate students.
Join us in developing creative solutions that benefit people and planet!