As a foundation, when we think about sustainability, we ask ourselves: How can we be a catalyst for good? Perhaps, a more important question to ask is this: How can we ensure that the nonprofit or the group that we are supporting becomes more self-sufficient? At the end of the day, that’s the key for us – it’s not just the impact, but whether it’s sustainable.
Spencer P. Eccles Co-Founder and Managing Partner, The Cynosure Group
All of us need to look at philanthropy in a different way. It’s not just about giving away money. Instead, it’s figuring out how you can take what you’re giving and make it exponentially more effective.
Stephen Shaya, MD Managing Director, Akkad Holdings; Executive Servant Leader, J&B Medical
What are some things to consider when providing humanitarian service? First and foremost, the mission should meet actual need. A community may not need a new hospital or clinic with all the latest cutting-edge gadgetry if it doesn’t have electricity, trained health care providers or a reliable water source. Medical missionary work is nearly always well-meaning, but unfortunately hasn’t always been well-received or of much practical benefit. Get invested local help where possible. Find a way for those being helped to participate. Buy local.
Elder William K. Jackson, MD General Authority Seventy, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
There are some very unintended benefits that we found in our research on selflessness. The research shows we can live longer, look better and be happier. We can help each other, which benefits us along the way.
Richard Lui Anchor and Journalist, MSNBC/NBC News, Caregiver
INSIGHTS AND PERSPECTIVES
Digital health can deliver more quality care to more people at a lower cost. It’s different from telehealth in that it can be delivered with a live provider, or asynchronously, and can be delivered on a one-to-many basis. Plus, you don’t need continuous, high-speed internet connections; you can use a low-speed connection. You can go into a Starbucks, get your Wi-Fi and, essentially, get your health care. What a world we live in!
Rick Anderson President and General Manager North America, DarioHealth
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