Are Race-Conscious Scholarships on Their Way Out?
Are scholarships that use race as part of their criteria a thing of the past? The short answer is “no.” But based on a review of the 2023 Supreme Court decision and other precedent, such programs will have to pass a tough judicial test. Even then, race can’t be the only factor.
By Jeffrey C. Sun and Charles J. Russo
Inconsistent Regulations, Crackdown on Civil Liberties Hinder Nonprofits, Experts Say
Conservatives are pushing laws to block services to immigrants and limit activities of racial justice and environment groups, said lawyers and scholars at a meeting last week. Meanwhile, federal and state efforts need more resources and new approaches.
By Stephanie Beasley
Senior Writer and Fellowship Director
The celebrities, along with 20,000 other donors, raised $60 million, funding cash payments to more than 8,000 affected by the disaster.
By Thalia Beaty
Associated Press
Elementary School Teacher Leaves Goucher College $55 Million
Plus, the financier Ken Griffin gave big to provide math tutors to Miami-Dade public school students, and Cornell University’s Ornithology lab received a donation to expand an app that scientists and enthusiasts use to identify bird species.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
JPB Foundation Hires Public-Interest Lawyer Rakim Brooks
Also, the GreenLight Fund has tapped a new CEO, and the former presidential hopeful Nikki Haley is joining the Hudson Institute.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions
Fundraising Bright Spots, Hiring Challenges in New Nonprofit Survey
More than a third of nonprofits saw funding increases; three-quarters had job vacancies
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor
Methodist Healthcare Ministries of South Texas Commits $54.5 Million to Advance Health Equity
Also, PNC Foundation gave $20.2 million to enhance outdoor play for young children, and the Kraft Heinz Company Foundation committed $15 million to address global malnutrition and hunger.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions
‘It’s Hard to Hate Up Close’: Philanthropy, Polarization, and the Art of Conversation
A StoryCorps program is one of hundreds that promote one-on-one dialogue to bridge divides. Philanthropy is all in, but the evidence is mixed.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Belmont U. Lands $58 Million From Nashville Music Executive
Plus, St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital Foundation received $50 million from Florida’s Pagidipati family for a new pediatric hospital. Also, Hoag Hospital and Nicklaus Children’s Hospital landed big gifts.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Nonprofits Look to Hedge Against the Influence of Big Donors
Other hot topics at the AFP ICON Conference: A.I.'s impact on fundraising and building strong ties with donors
By Rasheeda Childress
Senior Editor, Fundraising