Read all Centre for Asian Philanthropy and Society (CAPS) research reports featuring China.
As more Asian economies enter super-aged status, there is heightened interest in the role of private capital and resources to support the region through this transition. The Centre for Asian Philanthropy and Society’s latest report, “Building Age-Friendly Societies in Asia,” examines how philanthropy and other forms of private social investment are complementing public systems and […]
Maternal and child health (MCH) is critical to global health, poverty alleviation, and economic development. Yet across Asia, the impressive gains made over the past two decades in reducing maternal and child mortality are now at risk. The withdrawal of foreign assistance—such as from the United States, historically a major supporter of MCH in Asia—raises
Maternal and Child Health in Asia: How Asian Philanthropy Can Meet the Moment Read More »
The family unit serves as a cornerstone of many Asian cultures, influencing how business and philanthropy are conducted. In recent years, there has also been a notable rise in family offices and foundations in the region dedicated to doing good. This report delves into the motivations and strategies of five prominent Asian families, showcasing their
Family Philanthropy In Asia: Insights from Five Families Read More »
Our DECODED series unpacks, explains, and crystallizes issues critical for social investment in Asia. It draws upon our expertise in research and access to an extensive network of sector experts and philanthropists in 18 Asian economies, enabling us to identify emerging trends in the region. Through DECODED, we translate these concepts into digestible insights. This
DECODED: Collaborative Giving in Asia Read More »
Government procurement of goods and services from the social sector is mutually beneficial. It helps the government leverage the social sector’s subject expertise and community links to deliver more efficient and cost-effective social services while also providing legitimacy and a sustainable source of income to social delivery organizations. However, the potential benefits are contingent on
Procurement for Good: Government Procurement from the Social Sector in Asia Read More »
CAPS’ biannual Doing Good Index identifies the factors that drive or hinder the giving and receiving of private social investment to address social needs. Now in its fourth iteration, the Doing Good Index 2024 looks at how the four components of the Index—regulations, tax and fiscal policy, ecosystem and procurement—have changed in the last two years.
Doing Good Index 2024: Examining the Readiness of Asia’s Social Sectors to Thrive Read More »
Climate change and environmental degradation are increasingly impacting our society and have highlighted the necessity for collective action by individuals, governments, and the private sector. However, in a region where most economies are still emerging, striking a balance between ambitious environmental efforts and development goals adds a layer of complexity. This report examines the ways
Building Back Greener: Addressing Climate Change in Asia Read More »
In late 2022 and early 2023, CAPS surveyed 135 ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) individuals—those worth more than US$30 million—across mainland China, Hong Kong, and Chinese Taipei. Respondents answered questions about their philanthropy and other private social investments as well as their sources of advice, the impact of philanthropy on their personal lives and families, and their interest
The Tao of Giving: Insights into Ultra-High-Net-Worth Giving in Greater China Read More »
Our DECODED series unpacks, explains and crystallizes issues critical for social investment in Asia. It draws upon our expertise in research and access to an extensive network of sector experts and philanthropists in 18 Asian economies enabling us to identify emerging trends in the region. Through DECODED, we translate these concepts into digestible insights. This
DECODED: Donor-Advised Funds in the Asia-Pacific Read More »
In February 2021, President Xi Jinping announced that poverty in China had been eradicated. This report explains how the Chinese government realized this ambition, orchestrating all possible support, encouraging financial institutions to lend more and provide assistance to local projects, and directing private businesses to contribute via industry investment funds and philanthropic foundations. As the
China Issue Guide Series: Poverty Alleviation Philanthropy Read More »
