Overview

Vision

The Centre on Philanthropy believes in a Bermuda where effective and efficient charities and nonprofit organisations collaborate with the private sector and Government to build a caring and giving community.

Mission

Lead the Bermuda community in building an effective, efficient and sustainable third sector by:

  • advancing knowledge, skills and performance
  • fostering effective partnerships
  • creating a unified voice for the sector, and
  • supporting and increasing volunteerism.

Principles

The Centre has 10 core principles to guide all behaviours. These values are embedded in many of our governance documents.

  • Accountability
  • Collaboration
  • Compassion
  • Courage
  • Excellence
  • Integrity
  • Leadership
  • Objectivity
  • Performance
  • Transparency

History

When The Centre was founded in 1991, the main goal was to promote volunteerism in Bermuda. This was achieved by helping charities to reach out to the community, and a website was created, along with charity and donor directories. In 2004, The Centre’s strategic plan identified a new role for the organisation, as a voice for the entire Third Sector. With this plan implemented in 2005, The Centre began offering a wider range of services, and is continuing to develop new initiatives.