Philanthropy

My success as a performer has given me the good fortune to meet and form relationships with many very influential, thoughtful and creative people, and has opened the door to a deeper engagement with evolving culture which I am passionate about.

I’ve had various opportunities to have a voice in the media, and been included in high level conversations about what’s needed for the future. I’ve also had the opportunity to explore the nature of change with major philanthropists who have the power to really make an impact in ways that count. Below is a snapshot of some of my recent endeavors, and a selection of links where you can read and listen to some of the conversations I’ve had.

Philanthropy is a very powerful tool with so much good will and resources. I’m working together with pioneers in the field to deepen the conversation on how best to channel this positive force for change. This includes:

• Defining the Leading Edge of Philanthropy
  I’m creating a document, in collaboration with leaders in the field, entitled “Pillars of a New Philanthropy.” With it, I aim to convey that whenever our values and culture has evolved, corresponding new approaches to philanthropy became possible that we would not have imagined before. It will examine the current leap in culture that is emerging and identify the fundamental pillars of a breakthrough approach to philanthropy.
• Engaging and Connecting Philanthropists
  My work has brought me many friendships with philanthropists, and I value our conversations about how to deepen our impact in and approaches to creating change. I’ve learned a lot from these conversations and see the potential for them to broaden into collective forums in the future.
• Transformative Philanthropy Initiative
  I’ve been an active member of this group of philanthropists and philanthropic networks who are exploring the leading edge of philanthropic culture with an interest in more clearly defining and ultimately revolutionizing it.