How the Taproot Foundation Helps Nonprofits Maximize Volunteers Through Pro Bono Services
These services, such as human resources, technology, marketing, strategic planning, and legal counsel directly sustain an organization’s infrastructure and leadership.
Young People Cite Climate Change and Racial Discrimination as Top Concerns
The study of adults ages 18 to 30 also found that far more women than men said the #MeToo movement was the cause they cared about most.
By dan.parks
Contributor
Donor Demands, Conflicts of Interest, and Tainted Money Are Fundraisers’ Top Ethical Concerns
Sexual harassment and working with top executive staff are also major concerns for fundraisers, according to a new survey of Association of Fundraising Professionals members.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Cleveland Foundation Awards $40 Million in Scholarships for Public-School Graduates (Grants Roundup)
Also, Facebook has given $25 million to build housing for teachers in the Bay Area, and Lever for Change is accepting applications for its $10 million grant competition to expand economic opportunity.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions
National Philanthropic Trust Adds Impact-Investing Portfolios for Donors
New options for DAF holders to make socially and environmentally-responsible investments.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
David Brooks Wants to Repair America’s Fraying Social Fabric
The conservative New York Times columnist is bringing together people who are building relationships to improve their communities in the hopes of sparking a social movement.
By Jim Rendon
Executive Editor
Mastercard Commits $26 Million to Keep People From Being Left Behind in the Tech-Driven Economy
An additional $7.5 million from Mastercard and the Rockefeller Foundation will help people secure public benefits they are entitled to.
By Alex Daniels
Contributor
Plus, the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum, Carnegie Hall, Big Shoulders Fund, and seven universities received large donations.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Mercy Corps Appoints Interim CEO Following Abuse Scandal Involving Its Founder (Transitions)
Also, the Mozilla Foundation hired a new vice president for global programs, and the McKnight Foundation’s president will retire next month.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions
Group Serving Migrants in Greece Wins Hilton Humanitarian Award
METAdrasi has more than 350 interpreters working in 43 languages to help displaced people, including unaccompanied children.
By Ariella Phillips
Contributor