Suzanne Gilad

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People Over Plaques: Why My Philanthropy Targets Human Potential

Forgetting the marble lobbies and focus on the human beings backstage who keep the industry alive.

June 30, 2026·5 min read

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Philanthropy

“Forgetting the marble lobbies and focus on the human beings backstage who keep the industry alive.”

Sue Gilad

A young theatre student standing alone on a rehearsal stage under a warm gold spotlight.

Philanthropy

“Why I started two scholarships with very different rules, and what I wish more students knew before they apply.”

Sue Gilad

A young theatre student standing alone on a rehearsal stage under a warm gold spotlight.

Philanthropy

What Makes a Scholarship Worth Applying For

Why I started two scholarships with very different rules, and what I wish more students knew before they apply.

June 1, 2026·5 min read