“Philanthropy is no longer about writing a check for $10,000 to the ope...” — Jacqueline Novogratz Quote

“Philanthropy is no longer about writing a check for $10,000 to the opera.”

“People have to understand that unless social enterprise is experimental, it will not succeed in making a difference.”

“Not surprisingly, most people feel most beautiful when they are involved in an act of service, or are doing something that makes them feel generous, connected, or seen by others.”

“I hate girls who complain, 'Oh, guys are looking at me!' But I love it when guys check me out. It just feels great.”

“I was a mailman walking in the snow six days a week, 12-hour days. Every two weeks, I'd get a check for $228.”

“I've been in a recording studio enough times to know that it is not the best place to multitask. Doing a couple of takes of a song and running out to check your email to talk to someone about video production really is not good.”