2180 Autism cover:On Your Marks Cover# 13/9/07 12:41 Page 1 A life less ordinary: People with autism People A life less ordinary New Philanthropy Capital (NPC) helps donors understand how to make the greatest difference to people’s lives. We provide September 2007 independent research and tailored advice on the most effective and rewarding ways to support charities. Adrian Fradd Our research guides donors on how best to support causes People with autism Iona Joy such as cancer, education and mental health. As well as highlighting the areas of greatest need, we identify charities that A guide for donors and funders could use donations to best effect. Using this research, we advise clients (including individuals, foundations and businesses) on issues such as: • Where is my support most needed, and what results could it achieve? • Which organisation could make the best use of my money? • What is the best way to support these organisations? New Philanthropy Capital 3 Downstream 1 London Bridge London SE1 9BG New Philanthropy Capital t: +44 (0)20 7785 6300 f: +44 (0)20 7785 6301 w: www.philanthropycapital.org e:
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