{"product_id":"the-business-of-changing-the-world-raj-kumar-paperback","title":"The Business of Changing the World by Raj Kumar - Global Aid \u0026 Philanthropy - Non Fiction - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: BRAND NEW\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\nISBN: 9780807028407\u003cbr\u003e\nPublisher: Beacon Press\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Business of Changing the World is an incisive, highly readable account of how philanthropy and global aid are being transformed. Raj Kumar, founding president and editor in chief of Devex, draws on two decades of reporting to explain why billionaires, tech disrupters, and social entrepreneurs are reshaping an industry once dominated by governments and large institutions. It's essential reading for anyone interested in international development, social impact, or the future of charitable giving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFor decades, \"old aid\" meant large, top-down programmes from agencies like USAID and the World Bank, measured more by intentions than results. In this book, Raj Kumar charts the rise of a more entrepreneurial model of giving, driven by data, accountability, and innovation. He profiles major foundations such as the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative alongside disruptive startups reshaping how aid reaches people on the ground. Hello Tractor, an Uber-style app connecting Nigerian farmers with affordable machinery, and GiveDirectly, which transfers donor funds straight to recipients' phones, are held up as examples of scalable, tech-enabled solutions that treat aid recipients as partners rather than passive beneficiaries. Kumar argues this shift towards a business-minded, outcomes-focused approach to philanthropy could make a meaningful dent in extreme poverty, provided funders, governments, and citizens embrace new ways of measuring impact. The book is not a dry policy text; it is written in an accessible, narrative style blending reporting, interviews, and case studies. Kumar also tackles the controversies around billionaire philanthropy, asking hard questions about accountability while making the case that citizens, voters, and consumers all have a role to play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClear, accessible analysis\u003c\/strong\u003e — written for both newcomers and specialists, ideal for study or professional development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReal-world case studies\u003c\/strong\u003e — profiles of major foundations and disruptive startups making measurable impact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthoritative voice\u003c\/strong\u003e — written by the founding editor in chief of Devex, the leading media platform for global development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAction-oriented\u003c\/strong\u003e — practical ideas for shifting charity towards accountability and results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat gift\u003c\/strong\u003e — a thoughtful paperback for nonprofit professionals, students, and socially engaged readers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRaj Kumar is the founding president and editor in chief of Devex, a media platform for the global development community that The Washington Post has compared to a \"Bloomberg-style\" service for the aid industry. A recognised commentator on international development and a media leader for the World Economic Forum, Kumar has spent over two decades reporting on the changing face of global aid, giving him a uniquely informed perspective on the sector's evolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSharp, well-researched, and full of compelling real-world examples, this paperback offers a genuinely fresh perspective on modern philanthropy. It's a must-read for anyone who cares about making generosity more effective and accountable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: Due to variations in international print runs, the exact cover art may differ slightly from the image shown, but this listing is for the UK ISBN \/ UK edition as described.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Raj Kumar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56507919925630,"sku":"SNG20729","price":8.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/4549\/8093\/files\/the-business-of-changing-the-world-raj-kumar-paperback.jpg?v=1784408142","url":"https:\/\/www.letsbuybooks.com\/products\/the-business-of-changing-the-world-raj-kumar-paperback","provider":"Lets Buy Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}