Dr. Keith Leaphart

Dr. Keith Leaphart

Dr. Keith Leaphart is an innovator whose expansive, parallel careers in medicine, business and philanthropy have driven him to help redefine what it means to be a philanthropist. That’s why he founded Philanthropi, a company that is leading the next generation of philanthropy through its innovative giving platform, which democratizes giving for everyone and amplifies its impact.

In addition to his work with Philanthropi, Keith most notably serves as the chair of The Lenfest Foundation, where he has long served as the foundation’s primary liaison to The Giving Pledge and helped lead the organization’s work to support disadvantaged youth in Philadelphia in the areas of early learning, out-of-school care and career pathways. Keith also serves as an active board member for several other Philadelphia area organizations.

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Contributions from donors and foundations make a great difference for a number of organizations and causes across the country. However, big philanthropy can often reinforce common misconceptions about charitable giving that can lead to challenges down the road.