I Said No to Wealth Hoarding and Left My Family Foundation Behind
The author learned lessons from her family’s approach to philanthropy that convinced her a different path was needed — for her and the larger sector.
By Katherine Hayes
Contributor
Trump Funding Cuts Show Why Nonprofits Should End Reliance on Federal Grants
Even when government dollars support good work, they often come with strings attached, making it harder for nonprofits to fulfill their missions and serve their communities.
By Denis Dunn
Contributor
Philanthropy’s Road Forward: 6 Takeaways From Traveling the U.S. in Precarious Times
Over seven weeks, 22 book tour events, and discussions with thousands of funders, the message was clear: the structures of the past are damaging the sector and must change.
By Dimple Abichandani
Contributor
Adapt or Resist? How to Survive the Threat of Political Litmus Tests for Federal Grants
A new executive order gives presidential appointees the power to reward allies and punish opponents. Here are seven actions nonprofits can take to lessen the blow.
By Matt Watkins
Contributor
To Protect Democracy, Tell a Better Story About Why It Matters
Philanthropy leaders recognize the need to counter authoritarian narratives but aren’t sure where to begin. Here’s a game plan.
Ditch Grand Strategies and Focus on How Change Really Happens
Philanthropy reflexively tries to solve problems with sweeping plans. Instead, fix what matters most to people — from a broken stoplight to education — to set off a chain reaction of community-driven action.
By Richard Harwood
Contributor
How Funders Can Protect Grantees — and Themselves — From Civil Society Attacks
At a time of escalating threats to journalists, grant makers should bolster the security of nonprofit media outlets but also can’t ignore their own risks.
By Carroll Bogert
Contributor
The Power of Doing Good When So Much Is Bad. Try It.
In chaotic times, volunteering remains a potent force for connection, transformation, and hope.
By Eboo Patel
Contributor
34 Summer Books, Movies, and Podcasts to Mend America’s Divisions
Those working to bring America together — advocates, foundation chiefs, experts, and more — recommend fiction, nonfiction, podcasts, plays, movies, and even an Owen Wilson TV show.
By Nandita Raghuram
Deputy Editor, Opinion
5 Steps to Save Public Media as Federal Funds Vanish
Philanthropy needs to act now to ensure local public radio survives as a vital information resource for diverse rural and tribal communities.
By Alicia Bell and Alvin Starks