- History of American Philanthropy
- African American/Black Philanthropy
- Philanthropy in Communities of Color
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Tyrone McKinley Freeman serves as the Glenn Family Chair in Philanthropy and Associate Professor of Philanthropic Studies at Indiana University's Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, with an adjunct appointment as Associate Professor of Africana Studies at Indiana University Indianapolis. He maintains a Research Associate position at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History and previously directed undergraduate programs at the Lilly Family School while training nonprofit leaders globally through The Fund Raising School. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in Philanthropic Studies, Indiana University (2014) M.S. in Adult Education, Indiana University (2007) M.U.R.P. in Community Development, Ball State University (2001) B.A. in English/Liberal Arts, Lincoln University (PA) (1995) Freeman's research centers on African American philanthropy history, particularly Black women's charitable traditions during Jim Crow, philanthropy in communities of color, and historical patterns in higher education giving. His work bridges humanities scholarship with practical nonprofit applications, examining how marginalized communities have sustained giving traditions despite systemic barriers. He connects historical analysis to contemporary issues like trust-based philanthropy and racial equity in funding practices. His recent publications consistently address themes of racial justice in philanthropy, highlighting historical continuity in Black giving while analyzing modern donor behaviors. Key trends include reframing narratives around MacKenzie Scott's giving, examining Juneteenth's historical context, and challenging assumptions about 'emerging' donors of color through centuries of documented generosity. His exceptional contributions have earned significant recognition: Indiana University Presidential Arts and Humanities Fellowship (2023) Dan David Prize in History (2022) Multiple book awards including the Association of Fundraising Professionals Global Skystone Partners Research Prize Two Indiana University Board of Trustees Teaching Awards Induction into Indiana University's Faculty Academy for Excellence in Teaching As former Director of Undergraduate Programs, Freeman developed curricula, implemented high-impact educational practices, and created the school's first online graduate course. His professional fundraising background across social services, community development, and higher education informs his practical approach to training nonprofit leaders internationally. He actively contributes to public scholarship through media appearances in The New York Times, Washington Post, and Harvard Business Review. Freeman collaborates with institutions including the Smithsonian National Museum of American History and F3: Fabulous Female Fundraisers, while maintaining strong connections to HBCU networks through his own educational background and research on historically Black colleges.
