Dozens of Philanthropy Leaders Join Statement Protesting Voting Law Changes
A high-profile part of the protest is a two-page ad with the headline “We Stand for Democracy,” published today in several prominent newspapers.
By dan.parks and Alex Daniels
White House Actions on Gun Violence Open Opportunities for More Philanthropic Investment
State and local groups are leading the fight for gun-violence prevention legislation, but they need more resources to get the job done and permanently reform our nation’s gun laws.
By Jen Pauliukonis
Contributor
The health crisis makes it clear that good leadership matters. But more funding is needed to understand what works and how it can be applied during the next crisis.
By Victor Dukay and Kathy Irene Kennedy
Detroit Art Academy Gets $30 Million for DEI Efforts
Plus, the Los Angeles Opera lands $5 million to help its musicians weather the Covid shutdown, attract other donors, and bring its orchestra back to performing this summer.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
A Philanthropic Call to Action Against Anti-Asian Hate
As we gather once more in philanthropy’s boardrooms and Zoom rooms, this time to consider our response to escalating racism toward Asian-Pacific Islanders, our organizations have a moral obligation to set the tone for a broader civic response.
By Cathy Cha and Robert K. Ross
Philanthropy Needs to Prepare Itself for a World Powered by Artificial Intelligence
Incorporating A.I. tools into all programs and ensuring they are used for social good should be a priority for every foundation, not just those focused on technological innovation.
By Vilas Dhar and Kay Firth-Butterfield
A $350 Million Pledge Aims to Build Economic Development in Detroit
Plus, Georgetown University receives $100 million from Frank McCourt Jr. to diversify the public-policy field, and a medical school receives $2 million to improve health care for the homeless.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
The Bezos Earth Fund Needs to Stop Shortchanging Environmental-Justice Nonprofits
The $10 billion fund should lead the way toward increased giving to groups working in communities hit hardest by climate change — rather than giving more to large, well-resourced environmental policy organizations.
By Peggy Shepard
Contributor
$300 Million Health Gift; $85 Million to Okla. Community Foundation
Plus, two medical centers, a global development charity, and a university all landed big gifts.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Conservatives Should Applaud — Not Fight — Efforts to Change Philanthropic Giving Rules
Rather than attacking proposals to overhaul donor-advised funds and other giving practices, conservative groups need to focus on the real culprit — the growing use of donor dollars to support political activities.
By Craig Kennedy and William Schambra
The Pandemic Response Shows Why Charities, Not Governments, Are the Best Option for Those in Need
Calls for more government help fail to recognize who is actually doing the hard work during this time of extreme crisis — the local groups that know their communities best and can respond quickly.
By Megan Rose
Contributor
Companies Committed Two-Thirds of Total Giving Earmarked for Racial Equity
Companies donated or pledged about $8.2 billion of the $12 billion in total contributions that were earmarked for racial equity since the police killing of George Floyd.
By Haleluya Hadero
Associated Press
Billionaire Casino Magnate Steve Wynn and Wife Give $50 Million to Upstate N.Y. Hospital
Plus, Cornell, DePaul, the University of Missouri, and New York Public Library received gifts of more than $10 million.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
$10 Billion Bezos Earth Fund’s New CEO Expected to Provide Strategy and Transparency
Andrew Steer, who leads the environmental think tank World Resources Institute, says the Bezos fund plans to give all its money away in a decade.
By dan.parks
Contributor
Attacking Traditional Philanthropy Is Wrongheaded and Out of Sync With Most Americans’ Giving
Systemic social and economic change is not and should not be the primary focus of philanthropic support. Expanding the reach of our nation’s great charitable institutions and supporting local causes is still the best way to help people achieve the American Dream.
By Howard Husock
Contributor