Science Philanthropy
The Science Philanthropy Alliance published the Science Philanthropy Indicators Report, which offers a detailed, data-driven look at how private giving is shaping the U.S. scientific landscape. Amid persistent uncertainty in federal funding, the digital report confirms two essential truths: philanthropy is now an indispensable part of the research enterprise, and yet it cannot replace robust, sustained public investment in science.
Our Translational Service Research & Design Methodology is designed to accelerate the transformation of scientific service research insights into actionable knowledge. We work to break down the silos that impede cross-sector collaborations, identify diverse societal problems, co-create large scale solutions and illuminate the processes, outcomes and impact. We strive to empower resilient and self-determined individuals and communities to contribute to the process and benefit from their collective vision, action and accomplishments. We are guided by the principles of Service-Dominant Logic, the foundational philosophy of Service Science.
Public Interest Partners also shares the vision of a collaborative network of higher education endowments. We recognize digital equity as the "nervous system" of a process in which sustainability is the objective. We combine the principles of Service Innovation and Enterprise Capital to help achieve this societal objective among others.
While a regenerative economy aims to restore social and natural capital instead of just minimizing harm, digital equity ensures that all members of society can participate in, contribute to and benefit from this transition. Without digital equity, the shift to a sustainable economy risks leaving marginalized communities behind, worsening existing disparities, such as broadband inequities and local news deserts.
Public Interest Partners supports the 17 Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations and aligns with the digital equity plans in each state through the $42.45 billion federal grant program. We recognize the societal imperative attached to the advancement of high speed, reliable and scalable Internet, including the fiber-to-the-home initiatives of the Fiber Broadband Association and the FTTH Councils Global Alliance.