Supreme Court’s Abortion Decision Prompts New Challenges for Philanthropy
An important but controversial era in public policy ended with last week’s Supreme Court ruling allowing states to outlaw abortion. Philanthropy and nonprofits have played large roles on both sides of the fight over legalized abortion, and they will have even more to do as a new era unfolds.
By Leslie Lenkowsky
Contributor
With the Fall of ‘Roe,’ Abortion Rights Groups and Grant Makers Should Look Overseas for Inspiration
Recent wins for reproductive-justice movements in Latin American and Mexico offer lessons for U.S. activists about what to do next. But foundations need to first knock down funding barriers that have prevented collaboration across borders.
By Anu Kumar
Contributor
My Brother’s Troubling Story Shows Why Philanthropy Should Avoid Investing in Institutional Care
A lack of space for foster kids has triggered calls for more funding of child-welfare facilities, but that is exactly the wrong approach. These institutions harm kids and exacerbate trauma. The focus instead should be on expanding the availability of high-quality foster homes.
By Sixto Cancel
Contributor
The World Responds to Crises — but Climate Change Victims Need Long-Term Support
The devastating volcanic eruption in Tonga brought an outpouring of help in its immediate aftermath, but now resources are scarce. The few small nonprofits working in the region need others to join the recovery effort and prepare for inevitable future climate catastrophes.
By Michael P. Hassett
Contributor
A Major Philanthropic Response Is Needed to Halt Growing Human Trafficking of Ukrainian Refugees
Vulnerable people fleeing the war in Ukraine are facing abuse and exploitation at an escalating rate. Targeted donations are needed to help them find legitimate jobs and receive other vital services.
By Suzanne Hoff
Contributor
Young Organizers Are Taking On the Greatest Challenges of Our Time. Donors Need to Take Notice.
Philanthropy should stop trying to fit youth movements into their outdated giving practices. Instead, they should provide them with the power — and resources — to unleash their passion for freedom and justice.
Corporate social-responsibility departments lack the diversity and resources to effectively manage significantly increased charitable dollars.
Small Nonprofits Shouldn’t Be Subjected to the Same Payroll Tax as Amazon and ExxonMobil
A flat payroll tax applied to all organizations, regardless of size or mission, hurts charities, which struggle to pay enough to attract workers in today’s tight labor market. The solution is a progressive payroll tax that excludes any nonprofit with fewer than 100 employees.
By George Weiner
Contributor
As trillions in federal infrastructure dollars become available to cities and towns nationwide, grant makers have an unparalleled opportunity to insist that people of color and those who live in rural communities play a role in determining what gets built and where the jobs go.
By Don Howard
Contributor
Grief Is Everywhere and Children Are Suffering Most. What Can Philanthropy Do About It?
The Covid pandemic and a gun violence epidemic have taken an enormous toll on kids. But childhood grief is consistently overlooked by grant makers who fund mental health research and services. Bereavement programs need much more support to reach the growing number of children in need.
By Sara Deren
Contributor