Spiritual Values and Philanthropic Discernment

Explore the spiritual dimension of your humanity

Are you a donor or wealth advisor? Our Spiritual Values and Philanthropic Discernment seminar will help you explore the spiritual dimension of your humanity as key to your personal philanthropy. This program is ideal for private donors or those who work with and seek a better understanding of donors.

Through the philanthropic autobiography, the crafting of a portrait of hope as a legacy for future generations, and the reading and telling of stories of generous giving specific to Christian and Jewish faith traditions, each participant is freed to embark on a journey into his/her own soul. Participants will discover the joy and potential of transformative giving. Readings include:

Christian: Building a Cathedral for Your Soul: Spiritual Values and Philanthropic Discernment
Jewish: The Way into Tikkun Olam: Jewish Values and Philanthropic Discernment

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The cost of the program is $3,000 per day for weekdays, $3,500 per day for Saturdays, and $3,500–$4,500 for a tailored program. Program costs will be based on an assessment of key objectives, coupled with the necessary resource and reading materials for each participant. The program is tailored to meet the needs of the host entity, but we request consideration for an average minimum of six core hour time blocks of instruction time, with separate time for lunch, breaks, and administrative needs.

For more information or to schedule a program, please contact Lake Institute.

In times like these, many people are revisiting some important assumptions about their giving. They want their gifts to transform lives, including their own. Building a Cathedral for Your Soul gives them the opportunity, in conversation with others, to discover and nurture their spiritual desires to help one’s neighbor. With a better understanding of their generosity, they can begin to enjoy a life of transformational giving.
Testimonial from past participant