A Talent for Giving
On 18 September 2025, the Genesis Foundation’s founder and chairman John Studzinski released his debut book A Talent for Giving, published by Bloomsbury Publishing.
A Talent for Giving explores the philosophy and practice of what John Studzinski calls entrepreneurial giving: “It is not just about money … We all have more valuable things to give away.” Through his advocacy of an entrepreneurial approach, he encourages us to discover how best to channel our passions and apply our talents to creating a more generous society.
The Financial Times placed A Talent for Giving on its top business reading list for November 2025, noting it “makes a powerful, practical case for a hands-on, face-to-face approach to giving and volunteering”. Read the full review.
“John Studzinski’s invaluable A Talent for Giving describes the pilgrimage we can all follow to multiply our unique talents, transform ourselves, and promote the common good. A wonderful book that inspires the temerity of charity.”
Mark Carney
Prime Minister of Canada
“Made me really think about what it means to give, to care, to be generous.”
Sir Grayson Perry
Artist
“This book is a must-read for all who see a world in need of change, and want to play their part, to change it … it is the user’s manual for transformative service our world desperately needs today.”
Kerry Kennedy
President, Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights
“In this timely and inspirational book the philanthropist John Studzinski uses his own journey in entrepreneurial giving to prompt us to explore the ways in which we can each contribute. He uses the language of compassion and encouragement and reminds us of the profound importance of human dignity as we work towards building a generous society. It is a book of quiet and persuasive wisdom.”
Rebecca Salter CBE
President, Royal Academy of Arts
“A deeply compelling and personal exploration of the power of generosity, and the responsibility we all share in creating meaning, socially, personally and spiritually. Blending practical guidance and a true sense of ‘the good’, John Studzinski provides a thoughtful and motivating read for anyone seeking to live with greater empathy, humility, and contribution to the world around them.”
Rupert Goold
Artistic Director, Almeida Theatre
