“Giving three” is a shorthand description for the giving of “time, talent, and treasure”–or as Martin Novom prefers, “work, wisdom, and wealth.” It’s not uncommon for fundraisers (at least in North America) to focus most of their attention on the “treasure” or “wealth” aspect of philanthropy, meanwhile “time and talent” or “work and wisdom” take a backseat.
GivingThree LLC is a consulting firm for the nonprofit sector—formed to explore all dimensions of philanthropy and promote a more sustainable view of the fundraising profession. Benjamin Mohler is the principal consultant and director of GivingThree LLC.