Get Curious and Stay the Course: Advice for Donors from Philanthropists Jeff and Tricia Raikes
Jeff and Tricia Raikes, co-founders of the Raikes Foundation, join Phil and Grace to share their path to philanthropy, their focus on creating supportive systems and fostering belonging for youth, and their belief in proximity and partnership with both nonprofits and beneficiaries of their funding. They discuss what they learned as they transitioned to full-time philanthropy and how donors can avoid common pitfalls. Phil and Jeff also debate the merits of comparing giving to investing.
Guest Info:
Jeff and Tricia Raikes are co-founders of the Raikes Foundation, which works toward a just and inclusive society where all young people have the support they need to reach their full potential. The couple first met at Microsoft Corporation, where Tricia led the company’s Creative Services Division and Jeff later served as president of the Microsoft Business Division. After a 27-year career at Microsoft, Jeff served as CEO of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation from 2008 to 2014. He is chair of the Stanford University Board of Trustees and sits on the boards of Costco Wholesale and, along with Tricia, the Jeffrey S. Raikes School of Computer Science and Management at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Tricia has been recognized as a White House Champion of Change for the foundation’s work on youth homelessness. Jeff and Tricia have three children and live in Seattle.
Credits:
Podcast Production: Rococo Punch
Music: APM Music
Artwork: Jay Kustka
Resources:
Raikes Foundation
CEP’s Grantee Perception Report
YouthTruth
Giving Compass’ Learning Center
CEP’s Resources for Individual Donors
Solidaire Network
Women Donors Network
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