Capitol Hill Critics of Red Cross Renew Transparency Push
Senate Republican Charles Grassley and House Democrat Bennie Thompson want to clarify and expand the government’s access to the charity’s records. Similar legislation Mr. Grassley introduced last year did not advance.
By dan.parks
Contributor
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.
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.
Trump and GOP Congress Boost Chances of Ending Nonprofit-Politicking Ban
But a lack of public support and opposition from major charity associations could make altering or repealing the Johnson Amendment a tough row to hoe.
By Timothy Sandoval and Megan O’Neil
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
Key Members of Congress to Watch in Debate on Trump Policies
Sen. Orrin Hatch and Rep. Kevin Brady will oversee debate over a tax overhaul that could have significant implications for many charities. Also on Mr. Brady’s agenda: repealing a ban on charity politicking.
By Alex Daniels
Contributor
Daily News Roundup: NYC Plans Big Increase in Homeless Shelters
Also, Jewish nonprofits are hit by another wave of bomb threats, and Harvard’s investment chief shakes up management of the world’s wealthiest endowment.
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.
Daily News Roundup: Jill Biden Joins Save the Children as Board Chair
Also, a Maine grant maker will contribute millions to reducing college debts for graduates who commit to working in the state, and the Supreme Court says a Tea Party group can’t sue individual IRS officials over scrutiny of its bid for tax-exempt status.
A Checklist for Staying Within the Law When Raising Money
A lawyer discusses how to register with the right state charity office, accurately represent how donations will be spent, and more.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Daily News Roundup: Jewish Nonprofits Hit by New Round of Bomb Threats
Also, Florida’s governor targets nonprofit hospitals in a push to cut state health-care spending, and philanthropic heavy hitters in New York enter the immigration fray.
Diana Aviv Is Bracing for a Fight
The leader of Feeding America and former head of Independent Sector worries that not enough is being done to fight federal budget cuts and protect the charitable deduction.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor