Pancreatic Cancer Care and Research Gets Big Boost From $50 Million Gift
Plus, immigrants donated big last week: The Clark Art Institute, MIT, and a historical society all received eight-figure gifts from wealthy donors who immigrated to the U.S. and built their fortunes here.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
The Philanthropist Who Wants to Transform Voting
As the election looms, Bradley Tusk — a political strategist and venture capitalist — believes mobile voting is our best shot at reducing American polarization.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
National Council of Nonprofits Will Install New CEO in January
Also, Independent Sector has appointed three new vice presidents, and Nicole Sherard-Freeman will be promoted to CEO of the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan in the new year.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions
Who Gets to Age With Dignity? Few Foundations Make Aging a Priority
A conversation with experts about the many opportunities for donors to support aging programs, including research, advocacy, and local community efforts.
Family Foundations Are Bigger, and Some Are Giving More
More than a third award more than $1 million a year, but unrestricted giving is down.
By Jim Rendon
Executive Editor
Amy McIsaac of Philanthropy for Active Civic Engagement talks about a post-election resource guide to help nonprofit leaders find the language to bring people together.
By Drew Lindsay
Senior Editor, Special Projects
New Reports Offer Data on Donor Decline, Clues on How to Engage Supporters
Research looks at the current dearth of donors, as well as what fundraisers can learn from pandemic-era giving.
By Rasheeda Childress
Senior Editor, Fundraising
Bezos Earth Fund Grants $60 Million to the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Plus, the Smithsonian Institution received $40 million for its sesquicentennial programs in 2026, and the Mellon Foundation committed $25 million to support artists along the U.S.-Mexico border.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions
Why Billionaire Philanthropy Might Not Be as Generous as You Think
When donated wealth comes from big business, labor practices, impact on communities and environment, and tax practices may come under scrutiny.
By Tobias Jung
Contributor
Melinda French Gates Has Exited the Gates Foundation, but Her Vision for Gender Equality Remains
The division she helped shape, now run by Anita Zaidi, is pushing forward with ambitious plans for women’s health care and economic power.
By Sara Herschander
Contributor