What Funding Everyday Acts of Courage Taught Us About America
Trust in government and institutions has collapsed. But in communities across the country, ordinary people are quietly rebuilding the relationships that hold democracy together.
By Tonya Allen, Deepak Bhargava and John Palfrey
How to Stop Authoritarianism: What Every Funder Needs to Know
This two-step strategy has helped other countries halt democratic backsliding. It can work in the U.S. if we act quickly.
By Joe Goldman, Laleh Ispahani and Deepak Bhargava
Advice for ‘Speak Truth to Power’ Activists: Build Power of Your Own
Democracy advocates are doubling down on the wrong strategies, writes a veteran organizing strategist. They should take lessons from abroad and the pre-1964 civil rights movement.
By Deepak Bhargava
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4 Essential Shifts Foundations Can Make to Advance Social Movements
Outdated strategies and lack of money for the infrastructure of community-organizing groups are limiting their effectiveness just at a moment when we need to fight profound threats – especially to our democracy.
By Deepak Bhargava and Barbara Picower
Foundations, the Solution to Our Democracy Deficit Lies in Plain Sight
Conservative grant makers have done an outstanding job of training their leaders. Now progressive funds need to do the same — and put the focus on what activists of all generations need most.
By Deepak Bhargava and Gara LaMarche