How a Nonprofit Is Helping People Construct Buildings to Resist Natural Disasters (Podcast)
Build Change works with people in Asia, Latin America, the Caribbean, and the Pacific Islands to build houses and schools that can withstand earthquakes and windstorms.
Speakers at an Urban Institute event said that to be successful, foundations need to take a broad approach.
By Jim Rendon
Executive Editor
Grants From Fidelity Donor-Advised Funds Top $5 Billion This Year
The total exceeds the amount disbursed in all of 2018. With more than two months still to come in 2019, the total for this year appears likely to exceed $6 billion.
By dan.parks
Contributor
Wisc. Pediatric Cancer Groups Collect $25 Million for Research (Grants Roundup)
Also, the University of Nebraska at Lincoln has received $20 million for a new engineering facility, and Google.org pledges $10 million to help small businesses.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions
Family Foundations Shift Focus Toward Economic Equality
The shift is most notable for newer family-run grant makers, while older ones tend to focus on education.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
GoFundMe Expands Nonprofit Fundraising Offerings
Starting in November, the company will add new features, including stronger data capabilities and a donate button.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Nonprofit Communications Don’t Resonate With Donors
Charities believe live events and Facebook are the way to connect with supporters, but donors say otherwise, according to a survey.
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor, Nonprofit Intelligence
Nonprofits Urge More Attention in Presidential Race to National Service and Other Causes
Ahead of the debate Tuesday night, an alliance of nonprofits is trying to get candidates to commit to a national service agenda. Meanwhile, causes of all kinds are seeking to influence the Democratic campaigns.
By Alex Daniels
Contributor
Americans Are the Most Generous People in the World, Study Says
The finding from the “World Giving Index” report is based on a combined measure of helping strangers, giving money, and volunteering.
By dan.parks
Contributor
National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy Shakes Up Staff for New Focus
The group laid off three staff members and created three new positions, including COO, with goal of focusing the organization more on building relationships with movement groups.
By Alex Daniels
Contributor