Can philanthropy & charity replace government poverty and social programs? Somewhat, but certainly not completely: http://thehill.com/opinion/finance/351180-unlike-politicians-americans-dont-believe-nonprofits-address-the-needs-of-the

Seven Success Factors for Adopting an Advocacy Strategy—and remember, it enhances fundraising: http://www.lapiana.org/Portals/0/Documents/Seven%20Success%20Factors%20for%20Adopting%20an%20Advocacy%20Strategy%208.10.17.pdf?ver=2017-09-14-142246-993