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Op-Ed Mischaracterizes Conservatives and Their Role in Nonprofits

Op-Ed Mischaracterizes Conservatives and Their Role in Nonprofits

The author perpetuates a dangerous “us vs. them” mentality that only deepens divides.

Recent Article Criticizing Community Impact Coalition Misses the Mark

The coalition’s members provide real benefits to the country, which the article ignores.

Readers Respond to Gates Wind-Down With Calls for Change

Two philanthropy leaders weigh in on the foundation’s announcement that it will close.

‘Nonprofit Layoff Tracker’ Underscores Urgent Need for More Workforce Data

The Bureau of Labor Statistics should release quarterly nonprofit employment numbers, like it does for other major sectors.

Funders Should Practice Humility, Not Bravery

In response to recent op-ed, reader argues that nonprofits should stay in their lane and out of politics.

It’s True Charities Aren’t Always So Charitable — My Childhood Proves It

A recent op-ed is exactly right: People never forget poor treatment from nonprofits.

Defense, Not ‘Defeat,’ Is the Best Way to Survive Trump’s Attacks

The nonprofits featured in a recent article need to stop acting shocked and start getting to work.

Philanthropies Staying ‘Silent’ Has Real Consequences

Philanthropies Staying ‘Silent’ Has Real Consequences

Foundations’ inaction under Trump, as detailed in a recent article, will only hurt the marginalized people they serve.

‘These Are Not Normal Times’

‘These Are Not Normal Times’

A reader responds to our story about foundations and President Trump’s January executive order instructing federal agencies to investigate diversity, equity, and inclusion in the private sector.

‘Putting Our Colleagues in Harm’s Way’

‘Putting Our Colleagues in Harm’s Way’

A reader responds to our story about foundations and President Trump’s January executive order instructing federal agencies to investigate diversity, equity, and inclusion in the private sector.