The Donor Revolt Comes to Annual Giving: Israel, Gaza, and Campus Unrest
As colleges prep for commencement and reunion season, rank-and-file supporters issue ultimatums, pledge to withhold donations, and boycott events.
By Drew Lindsay
Contributor
‘Young People are Better at Leading Revolutions’
Celebrated social scientist and ‘Bowling Alone’ author Robert Putnam talks with Citizen University’s Eric Liu about how to address America’s civic malaise.
By Drew Lindsay
Contributor
The ‘Better Together Film Festival,’ a Tongue-in-Cheek Tour of Our Divides, and Other News
A roundup of new reporting, research, and discussions about America’s divides featuring commentary, news, reports, podcasts, and more.
By Drew Lindsay
Contributor
What Philanthropy Elites Can Learn From Appalachia
“We’ve got to stop hyperintellectualizing things,” says L.B. Prevette, a North Carolina leader of a program founded by New York Times columnist David Brooks to build community.
By Drew Lindsay
Contributor
Look to young people and local leaders, ‘Bowling Alone’ author Robert Putnam says in a conversation in The Commons. Watch highlights and listen to the full discussion.
By Drew Lindsay
Contributor
We’re More United Than You Think
A neuroscientist warns philanthropy: Your bridge-building efforts may be a waste of money.
By Drew Lindsay
Contributor
What to Know: A Beginner’s Guide to Closing Divides
A baker’s dozen collection of resources for grant makers and nonprofits — from TED Talks and podcasts to reports, funding guides, commentary, and more.
By Drew Lindsay
Contributor
A Message for Nonprofits: Black Churches Are Powerful Potential Allies
Most predominantly Black churches invest in social-good efforts close to home, while largely white congregations tend to pursue good works abroad.
By Drew Lindsay
Contributor
How Donor-Advised Funds Are Changing Philanthropy
DAFs are turning up everywhere — in grant-maker collaboratives, impact investing, workplace giving, and even wedding-gift registries. Will 2024 see new regulation?
By Drew Lindsay
Contributor
The Nonprofit Trust Crisis: Why the Little Stuff Matters
A new how-to guide shows that getting everyday things right can restore confidence in your organization and the social sector.
By Drew Lindsay
Contributor