Nonprofits Spent $504 Million on Disaster Relief in 2017, Report Says
The report, from the Center for Disaster Philanthropy and Candid about spending in 2017, found that only 4 percent was allocated for preparedness, resilience, risk reduction.
By dan.parks
Contributor
Contributions to Donor-Advised Funds Up 20 Percent in 2018
By nearly every metric, donor-advised funds continue to grow at a rapid clip, according to a new annual analysis by National Philanthropic Trust.
By Michael Theis
Contributor
Plus, Baltimore Orioles first baseman Chris Davis and his wife give $3 million to build a pediatric catheterization lab and operating room at the University of Maryland Children’s Hospital.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Former EPA Chief Will Now Lead Natural Resources Defense Council (Transitions)
Also, the Buell Foundation promotes a longtime executive to CEO, and the NoVo Foundation’s executive director is departing at year-end.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions
A Look at the Charitable Priorities of Billionaire Philanthropist Michael Bloomberg
The billionaire philanthropist, who is signaling his interest in joining the race for the Democratic presidential nomination, has given away more than $7 billion. His fortune currently is pegged at $52.4 billion.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Nonprofit Works to Empower Women Throughout West Africa
Tostan is working to change social norms around issues of sustainable development, human rights, genital cutting, and child marriage.
Watch Live: Presidential Nonprofit-Policy Forum at Independent Sector Gathering
Representatives for Amy Klobuchar and Andrew Yang are expected share the candidates’ views on nonprofit issues Thursday at Upswell, an event organized by Independent Sector. The discussion will be livestreamed at philanthropy.com.
Waitt Foundation Commits $150 Million to Protect 1 Million Square Miles of Ocean (Grants Roundup)
Also, Rotary has pledged $50 million for polio-eradication efforts worldwide, and J.P. Morgan has promised $25 million to help young people in India develop job skills.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions
Half of Wealthy Donors Changed Their Giving Patterns Due to Tax Law, Study Says
Most maintained their annual giving level or increased it, according to a new Fidelity Charitable survey of “high-net worth” individuals.
By MICHAEL THEIS
Contributor
The 100 biggest charities saw a healthy jump in giving in 2018, but they worry tough times are ahead.