How the Fight Against Inequality Will Save Democracy
Polarization is not the cause of our alienation but rather the effect, argues the Ford Foundation’s Darren Walker.
By Darren Walker
Contributor
We Disagree on Many Things, but We Speak With One Voice in Support of Philanthropic Pluralism
Six philanthropy leaders with differing views about how to address societal problems say it’s time to stand up for the importance of diversity in philanthropic giving and ideas — and against the notion that only one perspective is valid or worthy.
Lessons for Philanthropy From the 2020 Census
Foundations and nonprofits joined forces at the national and local levels in ways that ensure that even the pandemic and political threats didn’t get in the way of an accurate count, an essential move given how important the census is to achieving grant makers’ missions.
More Civil-Rights Lawyers Are Needed to Fight Racial-Justice Battles. Philanthropy Can Help.
As the racial reckoning of 2020 plays out in courtrooms and state legislatures, grant makers should embrace a range of strategies, including funding law-school scholarship programs and public-interest centers, to help build a well-trained army of civil-rights attorneys.
How Philanthropy Can Shape the 21st Century Gospel of Wealth: a Move From Generosity to Justice
Thoughts on how to respond to this moment of polarization, divisiveness, and inequality.
By Darren Walker
Contributor
Real Equity Means Including People With Disabilities in Philanthropy
Fifteen grant makers are providing $10 million in a push to make sure foundations are hiring and getting advice from people with physical, mental, and other disabilities.