This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Disaster philanthropy in response to hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, wildfires, volcanic eruptions, and earthquakes is on the rise, just as the events themselves happen in greater frequency. Donors want to help…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. On June 9, 2021, a rarity occurred in Congress: a new bill managed to reach across the aisle. Senators Angus King (I-Maine) and Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) introduced the Accelerating Charitable Efforts…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. In the past few years, community foundation DAFs, or donor advised funds, have received increased attention from the charitable sector, due to their growing popularity – and their lack of regulation. Unlike…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. When Se-ah-dom Edmo, executive director of Seeding Justice, first joined the foundation in 2019, the board made it clear that they wanted to change how the organization managed its donor-advised…
In the philanthropic world, we tend to hear a lot about the importance of storytelling and making emotional appeals. However, the problem is that in a flood of information, many…
The framework for any successful organization is built on trust, respect and professionalism. Many nonprofit leaders strive to maintain this framework while navigating complex and sensitive issues when employees and…
If little else is certain about the future of the philanthropic sector, I can confidently predict that over the next few years, fundraisers will be under intense pressure from technological…
Relying on wealthy, largely white donors for funding can lead nonprofits that run after-school programs for low-income children of color to feel pressured to skew their priorities. In part because…
Racial equity is an essential element of philanthropy. In the fourth edition of Racial Equity in Lean Foundations, Exponent Philanthropy offers an in depth exploration of how foundations with few…
In today’s world, political, social and cultural divides often hinder listening and understanding. Despite these challenges, bipartisan fundraising for social causes remains crucial. It is unfortunate that political ideologies can…
To many, the U.S. Tax Code is a confusing piece of law, but it was the right vehicle for our organization, Noble Research Institute, to build a new platform for…
As someone who views cooking and baking as hobbies, not chores, I follow a lot of food bloggers and recipe developers on social media. I subscribe to many of their…