Even in an Era of Trust-Based Philanthropy, Grantees Can’t Trust Funders
Wellspring’s recent announcement of winding down is the latest example of sudden donor pivots harming grantees and perpetuating power imbalances.
Dreams for My Daughter — and Our Democracy — on Election Day
The fight for a multiracial democracy where all people can fully participate must continue long after Election Day.
By Cora Daniels
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Is it Time to Retire the Phrase ‘BIPOC?’
Overused acronyms and jargon aren’t just confusing — they make it harder for nonprofits to achieve their goals.
By Jeff Raderstrong
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Are Fundraisers to Blame for the Giving Crisis?
The fundraising powerbrokers at the Generosity Commission overlook their own role in alienating everyday donors.
By Jason Lewis
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Here’s What I.V.F. Patients Really Need: More Access and Fewer Lies
Politicalization of the procedure detracts from the urgent need for more funding and research.
By Georgeanna Jones Klingensmith
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Why Helping Small Businesses Succeed Should Be a Philanthropic Priority
To create an equitable economy, grant makers should address the financial and training hurdles that cause so many entrepreneurs to fail.
By Sandy Fernandez
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As Calls to Cut Foreign Aid Mount, Philanthropy Must Accelerate Support for Grassroots Groups
With USAID funding under threat in Congress, grant makers should ensure local nonprofits across the globe can continue their critical work.
By Kathleen Enright
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Why Does Philanthropy Keep Overlooking Disability Funding?
Foundation pledges to support disability-focused work haven’t led to significantly more investments. During National Disability Employment Awareness Month, let’s right that wrong.
By Richie Siegel
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How the Generosity Commission Report Could Redefine Philanthropy
The report’s conclusions about the state of giving have potentially troubling implications for philanthropy’s future.
By Leslie Lenkowsky
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MacArthur, the San Francisco DA, and the Pitfalls of Funding Government Programs
A disagreement about how to spend grant money offers poignant lessons on the perils of investing in public institutions.
By Craig Kennedy
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