Family Foundations Are Bigger, and Some Are Giving More
More than a third award more than $1 million a year, but unrestricted giving is down.
By Jim Rendon
Executive Editor
In This Moment of Division, Signs of Unity on Issues That Matter to Nonprofits
Americans want nonprofits and foundations to lead on some of the country’s toughest challenges, a new survey says. Here are four strategies to answer that call.
By Stephanie Dodson Cornell
Contributor
The ‘Other Side’ May Win the Election. But Funders Can Still Spark Change
National politics are paralyzed by polarization. Individual Americans, however, can drive the social change grant makers want.
By Evan Feinberg
Contributor
Bezos Earth Fund Grants $60 Million to the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Plus, the Smithsonian Institution received $40 million for its sesquicentennial programs in 2026, and the Mellon Foundation committed $25 million to support artists along the U.S.-Mexico border.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions
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.
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
Contributor
Audacious Project Commits $60 Million to Repurpose Drugs for Rare Diseases
Also, Colorado State U. received $50 million to help build a new engineering facility, and the Stuart Foundation pledged $30 million to the California Thriving Youth Initiative.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions
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
Contributor
Bloomberg Philanthropies Launches Its Largest Mayors Challenge Ever to Inspire City Leaders Globally
It also announced the winner in this year’s challenge — a city in India that is giving farmers affordable access to cold storage, powered with solar panels.
By Glenn Gamboa
AP Business Writer
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
Contributor
Bookbinding: Can Reading Groups Help Close America’s Divides?
Community foundations test the idea, asking supporters to host gatherings to discuss books exploring how the country can come together. Plus, tips to build your organization’s own book circle.
By Rasheeda Childress
Senior Editor, Fundraising
Charles E. Lakin Foundation Gives $165 Million for Community Revitalization in Western Iowa
Plus, the Barr Foundation awarded $34.5 million to 92 community-based organizations across Massachusetts, and the Duke Endowment committed $15 million for Hurricane Helene relief.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions
Diversity Up, Turnover Down, Wage Growth Normal at U.S. Foundations
A Council on Foundations survey finds greater racial diversity at the nation’s grant makers as well as a higher proportion of women in charge.
By Alex Daniels
Senior Editor, Foundations
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
Contributor
How Philanthropy Can Help Ensure A.I. Is Built Ethically
Artificial intelligence can help tackle intractable social problems and create a more just and equitable world, says the head of the McGovern Foundation
Foundations Contribute to Hurricane Helene Recovery Efforts
Millions in grants for hurricane relief have come from the Dogwood Health Trust, Walmart, Augusta National Golf Club, the Home Depot Foundation, JPMorganChase, the Charlotte Hornets Foundation, the New York Yankees Foundation, Publix Super Markets Charities, and more.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions