This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. The philanthropic sector has historically played a major role in advancing social justice. Philanthropists and nonprofit organizations form the bedrock of our communities, addressing the challenges of housing, feeding, clothing,…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. You’ve probably heard some version of the quote attributed to Albert Einstein in which he said if he had an hour to solve a problem, he would spend the first…
Part two of a two part-series. Read part one. As more educators embrace the concept of Social Emotional Learning (SEL), some have found it difficult to incorporate it in the…
Several philanthropists and foundations working with the Science Philanthropy Alliance are funding basic ocean science research. Below is an example of research supported by Dalio Philanthropies, an Alliance member, and its…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • European Foundation Centre CEO Gerry Salole expresses frustration that aid organizations and other nonprofit groups are slow to learn from mistakes, often jumping on new trends,…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • The Knight Foundation is investing $50 million on research to understand how technology and the digital age are impacting the future of democracy. • Are there…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • The Rosenberg Foundation and the Hellman Foundation share four ways philanthropy can support innovative leadership. • What does successful leadership in social change work look like?…
Young children with access to high quality early learning are better prepared for kindergarten and for success in life: They are more likely to read earlier, graduate from high school,…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • The Battery Club discusses addiction and recovery and its approach to addressing this national crisis. • How can funders best support addiction recovery efforts? How is your…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. A new study from the Women’s Philanthropy Institute, Women Give 2019: Gender and Giving across Communities of Color, is the first to explore philanthropy at the intersection of race and gender.…
Giving Compass’ Take: • This case study explores how the Empire Health Foundation is working to address obesity in Spokane, Washington. • How can founders learn from this effort? What are…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Donors interested in investing in development solutions should collaborate with organizations, listen to their goals, and provide the capital for what they plan to do. •…