M.A. in Philanthropic Studies

Lead with purpose. Shape the future of philanthropy.

Get the knowledge and skills to lead in nonprofits, foundations, government, and beyond.

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The master's program prepares graduates to take on leadership roles and cultivate a deeper, more thoughtful, and engaged approach to philanthropic practice and research. Graduates emerge as more articulate, intentional, and informed leaders in both their personal and professional philanthropic efforts. More Master Degree stories

B.A. in Philanthropic Leadership

A degree that opens doors. A career that changes lives.

Learn how to lead with purpose, drive change, and make an impact locally and globally.

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Three alumni share their stories of how a bachelor’s degree in Philanthropic Leadership jumpstarted their careers. More Bachelor Degree stories

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As a masters program graduate, Connor LaGrange, M.A. ’21, became a Patterson Foundation Fellow, “One of my favorite things was to help spearhead the dynamic fundraising initiative in conjunction with The Fund Raising School.”   Read Connor's story

Student's internship leads to full-time position at Goldman Sachs

Kimberly Hestermann, dual major in Philanthropic Leadership at Lilly Family School of Philanthropy and Finance at Kelley School of Business, has accepted a full-time position at Goldman Sachs following her summer intership there.  

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Jane Wales, co-chair of the Generosity Commission and vice president of The Aspen Institute

“Indianapolis ought to be very proud because a driving force in all of this is the Lilly School. They’re always several steps ahead of everyone else on the core research, on understanding the underlying dynamics that are going on,” said Jane Wales, co-chair of the Generosity Commission and vice president of The Aspen Institute (The IU Lilly Family School of Philanthropy is mentioned at 12:38).

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Distinguished alumna makes legacy gift to school

Terra Seidel, M.A. ’09, and her husband Kevin Seidel have made a legacy gift to the school valued at $1.2 million.

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B.A. in Philanthropic Leadership

Jastyne Jackson-Burnett, LFSOP B.A. graduate, discusses the unique benefits of the program and its applicability to real-world issues. Learn more about the B.A. in Philanthropic Leadership degree program.