Charles Landow and Courtney Lobel trace the evolving similarities between Pittsburg and Bangalore's economic development.

"Philanthropists in emerging markets began by contributing to Western institutions, such as elite universities, but they are increasingly seizing opportunities to give closer to home," say Charles Landow and Courtney Lobel, "But young philanthropic sectors throughout the Global South need more extensive support to make the most of private giving."

Jonathan Hillman and Courtney Lobel discuss how the United States can appeal to the international community to invest in Afghanistan's future.

Charles Landow and Courtney Lobel argue that wealthy Americans should be able to target their philanthropy toward public works projects.