Evaluating Development Philanthropy in a Changing World

Private aid giving is growing rapidly and international philanthropy has demonstrated a capacity to innovate. But the development assistance enterprise is in turmoil. The quality of aid has been affected by a proliferation of aid donors. The Millennium Development Goals will not deliver on their promises. Outside of China, poverty numbers are rising and the commitment to increase aid is currently threatened by an unprecedented global economic crisis. Public commitment to development is flagging due to the ongoing economic crisis.