Buffett Gives $1.3 Billion in Annual Thanksgiving Donation
The legendary financier will step down from leading Berkshire Hathaway at the end of the year.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Zuckerberg, Chan Shift Bulk of Philanthropy to Science
Their giving will now focus on AI and biology to curb disease.
By Barbara Ortutay
Contributor
New $50 Million Literary Arts Fund to Support Nonprofits
A coalition of seven foundations established the fund and plans to distribute at least $50 million over the next five years.
By Hillel Italie
AP National Writer
Who Can Rescue Democracy? Local Funders Have the Edge
National philanthropy cannot pull democracy out of the ditch. Renewal — with community foundations leading the way — must come from the ground up.
By Daniel Stid
Contributor
To Protect American Democracy, Pretend It’s Already Gone
This clarifying exercise might help funders fight authoritarianism and adapt to extraordinary times.
By Cora Daniels
Contributor
Are Funders Doing Enough to Help Beleaguered Nonprofits?
A new survey from the Center for Effective Philanthropy finds that 87 percent of foundations surveyed said they have seen increased demand for funding since January.
By Stephanie Beasley
Senior Writer
Tom Golisano Pledges $253 Million to 6 Children’s Hospitals
The founder of the payroll giant Paychex has given away more than $1 billion, with a significant share going to help children.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Donors Gave $125 Million for Foreign Aid After U.S. Cuts
It’s possible private foundations and individual donors gave much more, but those gifts won’t be reported for many months.
By Thalia Beaty
Associated Press
A Los Angeles Couple’s No-Nonsense Charity Helps the Working Poor
Greg and Jodi Perlman started The Change Reaction to help people in their city stay afloat during times of crisis. They’ve given $60 million to 43,000 families over the past six years.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
MacKenzie Scott Gifts Continue Following Amazon Stock Sale
Charities announce new gifts totaling more than $150 million as the billionaire donor retains her focus on DEI and climate.
By Ben Gose
Senior Editor
Beyond the Bequest: How Legacy Societies Deepen Donor Ties
Want to keep legacy donors engaged — and giving? Here’s how to stay close to supporters who’ve included your charity in their estate plans.
By LISA SCHOHL
Contributor
Call to Increase Payout Mandate Is Misguided
The five-percent rule gives foundations flexibility to choose what, how, and when to give.
Emergency Funding Takes On New Urgency Amid Government Shutdown
More community and regional foundations are stepping up to offer assistance to nonprofits dealing with the loss of federal money.
By Stephanie Beasley
Senior Writer
Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation Donates $50 Million to Historically Black Atlanta Colleges
The 10-year commitment will support some 10,000 students at four schools.
By Michael Warren
Associated Press