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“Philanthropy is often seen as society's risk capital. That means the onus is on philanthropists, nonprofit leaders and social entrepreneurs to innovate. But philanthropic innovation is not just about creating something new. It also means applying new thinking to old problems, processes and systems.”

Quote by Laura Arrillaga-Andreessen

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Laura Arrillaga-Andreessen

Laura Arrillaga-Andreessen is a renowned educator with a wealth of experience in the field of education. She is committed to promoting educational equity and nurturing the next generation of leaders. more

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