Mystery Money: the Art of Seeking Gifts From Donor-Advised Funds
Billions of dollars are available, but the lack of a paper trail makes it difficult for nonprofits to target pitches. Here are ways to cut through the fog.
By Alex Daniels
Senior Editor, Foundations
Other awards include $7 million from the IKEA Foundation to A Glimmer of Hope, which supports rural Ethiopian communities.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Moore Foundation’s New Leader Aims to Calm Staff Turmoil After Tough Year
Harvey Fineberg shares his thoughts on the use of consultants, why fossil-fuel divestment isn’t on his agenda, and a controversial telescope project.
By Alex Daniels
Senior Editor, Foundations
Foundations Can Get More Done by Giving Nonprofits More Power
Grant makers can increase results by offering flexible grants and clear guidance — and by keeping in mind that social change depends on charities doing the work.
By KATHLEEN ENRIGHT
Contributor
Fidelity Reports Surge in Grant Making Despite Market Turmoil
The manager of donor-advised funds also added five new investment options for donors, including an impact-investment pool.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Grants Roundup: Emory University Gets $25 Million to Transform Patient-Centered Care
Other awards include $2.5 million from the Omidyar Network and $1.4 million from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation to expand the Crisis Text Line.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Hilton Prize Offers Important Lessons for Foundations
By putting the focus on groups with real solutions, not glossy celebrity hype machines, and giving aid with no strings, the $2-million honor sets a standard all grant makers should follow.
By TOM WATSON
Contributor
Grants Roundup: College-Financing Group Awards 33 Colleges $12 Million to Create Paid Internships
Other awards include $11 million from Vulcan’s Paul G. Allen Ebola Program to support seven groups developing solutions to gaps in confronting global health crises.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
American Jewish World Service’s Leader to Step Aside
Ruth Messinger built the organization into a fundraising powerhouse and a successful advocate for hot-button causes globally.
By Alex Daniels
Senior Editor, Foundations
Chicago Grant Maker Promises More General Operating Support
Head of the Chicago Community Trust takes aim at burdensome grant-reporting requirements and announces a focus on inequality in the city.
By Rebecca Koenig
Contributor
Calif. Foundation Pledges $1 Billion to L.A.-Area Nonprofits
Marking its 100th anniversary, the California Community Foundation announced a 10-year, $1-billion commitment Thursday to provide grants, loans, and scholarships to organizations in Los Angeles County, the Los Angeles Times writes.
Grants Roundup: Lilly Endowment Awards $50 Million to United Negro College Fund
Other awards include a total of $3.28 million from the John A. Hartford Foundation to three groups to improve health care for older adults.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
What Women (Donors) Want: Cultivation and Stewardship Advice for Fundraisers
Experts share their tips for inspiring women to give money and time to your cause.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Grants Roundup: GE Foundation Gives $25 Million for Safe-Surgery Effort
Other awards include $3 million from the Mary Kay Foundation to 150 domestic-violence shelters around the country.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
5 Steps to Take When Your Grant Proposal Fails
A program officer gives advice on what to do when a grant maker declines your proposal.
By Tobi Printz Platnick
Contributor
New Leader at Cummings Brings Experience With Family Boards
Sharon Alpert takes over the New York foundation as it seeks stability after the previous president was ousted by heirs.
By Alex Daniels
Senior Editor, Foundations