How Four Charities Raised Money by Collaborating, Not Competing
A quartet of New York nonprofits working on racial, gender, and economic justice created a joint fundraising campaign that celebrated the strength of those they serve.
By Rebecca Koenig
Contributor
Trump’s ‘America First’ Stance Alarms Globally Active Foundations
Some grant makers that support international programs are taking a wait-and-see approach, but others say they may revamp spending plans as the White House readies huge cuts in foreign aid.
By Caroline Preston
Contributor
Daily News Roundup: College Donor’s Ex-Wife Seeks to Recoup Gifted Millions
The former spouse of a major Worcester Polytechnic Insitute benefactor claims in a lawsuit that donations from her ex included money hidden from her during divorce proceedings. Also, authorities in Turkey and India target major international aid charities.
In Toxic Political Climate, Nonprofits Increase Security
Recent bomb threats and other incidents underscore charities’ need for enhanced security — but paying for more protection can be tough.
By Timothy Sandoval
Contributor
Increasingly stocked with well-paid, well-educated leaders and staffs, the nonprofit world risks disconnecting with middle- and working-class Americans.
By NICOLE WALLACE
Features Editor
Alaska Natives Build Drones and Self-Confidence
There were very few indigenous Alaskans working as scientists and engineers before a college-based program helped boost their numbers.
By Timothy Sandoval
Contributor
Behind the Velvet Rope: Are Nonprofits Too Elite?
Amid a populist political wave, some in in the nonprofit world worry that many charities have grown disconnected from the people they aim to help. This special report offers analysis, opinion, advice, and stories about groups that are trying to change that.
Daily News Roundup: Judge Orders Harvard to Turn Over Donor Information
The federal-court ruling entangles the university in the hunt for a wealthy alumnus’s assets as part of international finance case. Also, the FBI makes an arrest in the wave of recent bomb threats targeting Jewish nonprofits, and a network of Christian denominations mobilizes to fight President Trump’s immigration orders.
Baltimore Foundation Turns to Local Consultants to Reach the People It Serves
The Annie E. Casey Foundation has gathered a group of eight young black men and women to produce a report on youth unemployment in the city.
By Rebecca Koenig
Contributor
Daily News Roundup: Disease Charities Get Big Money From Big Pharma
New research finds that more than 80 percent of the biggest patient-advocacy nonprofits receive funding from drug and medical-device firms. Also, populist leaders in Central and Eastern Europe are cracking down on pro-democracy groups associated with billionaire donor George Soros.
Daily News Roundup: Suit Alleges PayPal Redirected Donations
Also, pharmaceutical firms defend steep price hikes as necessary to subsidize drug-donation programs, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s director resigns under pressure.
Arts Leaders Aim to Take Action to Stem Cuts to Arts and Humanities Endowments
Arts leaders have been anxious about reductions in federal funding before but worry they are more likely under the Trump administration.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Daily News Roundup: Stars Sport ACLU Support in Oscar Fashions
Also, a look at Salesforce’s influential “Pledge 1%" model for corporate giving and the rise of cause gift cards targeting millennial consumers.
Daily News Roundup: Major AIDS Charity Draws Fire for Political Spending
Critics say the AIDS Healthcare Foundation is straying from its mission by using its resources on a campaign to limit property development in Los Angeles. Also, Israel denies a work visa for a human-rights nonprofit’s researcher.
Grant Makers Give Money Fast to Challenge Trump Policies
A sense of urgency on issues like immigration and racial and gender justice is prompting progressive foundations and community funds to back new programs and speed up spending.
By Rebecca Koenig
Contributor
Daily News Roundup: Me. Governor Calls on Trump to Reject Parkland Gift
Also, the William Penn Foundation promotes from within for its new executive director, and a Los Angeles arts nonprofit closes amid a gentrification battle.