Henry Timms

Henry Timms is an award-winning New York Times best-selling author and a leader in the field of philanthropy and civic engagement. He is the co-author of the global sensation New Power, as well as the author of the widely acclaimed books, Give and Take and Leap of Reason. With each work, he has drawn from his decades of experience in the nonprofit and philanthropic world, focusing on how social impact can be achieved through the use of new tools, strategies, and engaging approaches.

Since 2003, Timms has worked to expand the understanding of social and ethical issues, connecting people and causes, and inspiring our global community to create positive change.

Born and raised in the United Kingdom, Timms studied law at the University of Oxford before beginning a career focused on improving the world through public service and education.

With a passion for fostering social innovation, Timms has held positions at both the nonprofit and corporate sectors in roles related to economic and social change.

His first book, Give and Take, released in 2013, was the result of his experience honing donor philosophies among leading nonprofits and major foundations. Through both evidence-driven research and personal accounts, Timms provided readers with a unique understanding of how success in the nonprofit world is largely defined by one's ability to strategize and create meaningful impact.

Since then, Timms has authored multiple books, including Leap of Reason, in which he explored the potential of data analytics and technology as tools for high-impact management in philanthropy. His most recent work, New Power, was co-authored with Jeremy Heimans and collects many of the ideas around participatory social movements, memes, crowdfunding campaigns, and other cultural trends online.

In addition to his role as a global advocate, Timms is also the co-founder of #GivingTuesday, an annual global day of generosity, and currently serves as the president and CEO of The 92nd Street Y, a multifaceted NYC cultural center.

Along the way, Timms has received many prestigious honors, including an Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, a Fast Company “Innovator of the Year” award, and recognition as one of the World Economic Forum’s “Young Global Leaders.” He was also named to Fortune magazine’s 2017 “40 under 40” list.

Available in hardcover, paperback, and digital format, the books of Henry Timms offer thought-provoking and inspiring insights into how we can create effective and meaningful social impact. His ideas are essential for anyone who wants to change the world for the better.