7 New Charity Books Reshaping Giving in 2025

When Alice Joseph first recognized how personal hardship could be channeled into meaningful change, she crafted Charity Beyond Borders to reveal that journey. This book digs into the origins of the Maryjoe Foundation, showing how individual pain sparked a global mission grounded in purpose and empowerment. You’ll learn about balancing urgent aid with sustainable progress, tackling transparency issues, and leveraging technology in philanthropy. Through detailed case studies, Joseph offers insights into how giving can be both passionate and impactful, making it clear this is for anyone wanting to rethink their approach to charity and global responsibility.

What started as a personal exploration by avril Antoine Affectuekins into Islamic almsgiving evolved into a concise guide illuminating the multifaceted nature of Sadaqah. This book unpacks the distinctions between Sadaqah and Zakat, highlights Quranic verses, and shares true stories that bring the teachings to life, offering you a nuanced understanding of charity's spiritual and social dimensions. You’ll gain clarity on the types and benefits of giving that extend beyond financial contributions, enriching your perspective whether you’re new to Islamic charity or seeking a meaningful gift for others. Its accessible approach makes complex religious concepts approachable without diluting their significance.

This tailored book explores breakthrough developments and strategic shifts transforming the charity landscape in 2025. It examines emerging trends, innovative approaches, and recent discoveries reshaping philanthropic impact, focusing on your interests and background. By delving into cutting-edge insights personalized to your goals, the book reveals how new technologies, evolving donor expectations, and fresh methodologies influence charitable giving today. Through a customized narrative, this book matches your unique aspirations and knowledge level, guiding you through complex changes and helping you grasp what matters most in contemporary charity. It provides an engaging exploration of the dynamic forces driving philanthropy’s future, tailored specifically to your desired focus and learning journey.

While writing this book, Cami Checketts drew on her extensive storytelling experience to explore themes of loss, resilience, and charity through a gripping narrative. You follow Captain Eli Grant, a wounded Navy SEAL, and Livvy Benedict, a passionate teacher whose efforts to support veterans evolve into a heartfelt charity mission. The story intertwines emotional healing with the challenges of running a charity, highlighting the personal sacrifices and determination involved. You'll gain insight into the emotional complexities behind charitable work, especially in veteran support, as well as the human stories driving such causes. This book suits those interested in the intersection of personal struggle, charity, and community impact through a romantic suspense lens.

What happens when deep heritage knowledge meets strategic philanthropy? Avi Zimmerman, with his background in diplomacy and innovation mentoring, offers a fresh methodology that blends tradition with modern giving. You’ll learn how to create philanthropy plans that are meaningful, mindful, and measurable, guided by principles from Maimonides and enriched by real-world examples like crisis giving during the Hamas-Israel War. The book walks you through a four-step process for designing and refining your charitable efforts, making it ideal if you're looking to make philanthropy purposeful and effective beyond surface-level donations.

When Sarah Thanawalla, Nanette Lerner, and Heather Duncan wrote this guide, they tapped into their deep experience with Salesforce and nonprofit operations to address a common challenge: helping charities optimize their business processes using technology. You learn practical skills for organizing StandUp weekends—events where Salesforce professionals collaborate intensively with nonprofits to streamline data management, security, and automation tailored to each organization's unique needs. The book lays out templates and detailed how-to sections, making it clear how to translate tech skills into real community impact. If you’re a Salesforce expert eager to leverage your skills for social good or involved in nonprofit management seeking operational improvement, this book offers a focused, accessible roadmap.

This personalized book explores how to craft future-ready charity initiatives by focusing on emerging trends and discoveries shaping philanthropy in 2025 and beyond. It reveals tailored insights aligned with your unique background, resources, and goals, enabling you to navigate the evolving landscape of giving with confidence. The content examines cutting-edge developments in charity, including innovative approaches to impact and resource management, matching your interests and priorities for maximum relevance. By addressing your specific aspirations, this tailored guide helps you stay informed on new research and practices within the charity sector. It empowers you to build adaptable, forward-thinking plans that respond to the latest philanthropic shifts, providing a highly customized learning experience in charitable strategy.

Alex Johnston leverages his extensive experience advising philanthropists who have collectively given over $750 million to explore how donors can create both joy and impact in their giving. You learn specific frameworks such as Getting Visionary, Getting Real, Getting Together, and Getting Better, which guide you through personal development as a donor, assessing true impact, and structuring giving for lasting results. Chapters cover practical aspects like hiring philanthropic advisors and navigating legal structures, making it clear this isn’t just theory but grounded guidance. This book suits anyone ready to move beyond casual charity and engage thoughtfully with philanthropy to maximize meaningful outcomes.

AuctionTracker DK's practical guide arose from a clear need to streamline silent auction management, offering a straightforward tool to handle bids, track donations, and organize events efficiently. You’ll find detailed sections for auction items, values, and bidder information, all arranged in an easy-to-use format that removes much of the usual chaos behind fundraising events. This book is particularly suited for volunteers, nonprofit organizers, and event planners who want to improve their auction processes without getting bogged down in complex software or disorganized paperwork. It doesn’t promise to revolutionize fundraising strategy but delivers a solid, hands-on resource that makes auction logistics simpler and more manageable.