The Growing Pains of America’s Nonprofit Sector
As tax-exempt organizations expand rapidly, lawmakers and experts debate policies that could reshape the charitable landscape — from small local nonprofits to multibillion-dollar institutions.
By Sara Herschander
Contributor
How Philanthropy Can Help Ensure A.I. Is Built Ethically
Artificial intelligence can help tackle intractable social problems and create a more just and equitable world, says the head of the McGovern Foundation
The Native American Activist Taking On Hollywood — and Winning
Crystal Echo Hawk aims to change how America — and funders — see her people. And Melinda French Gates just asked her to give away $20 million however she sees fit.
By Drew Lindsay
Senior Editor, Special Projects
To Hell and Back: Polarization and the Nonprofit
Three leaders whose organizations were battered by the country’s divisions talk about the risks they faced and the tough choices they had to make
By Ben Gose
Senior Editor
Who Needs a Foundation? For Melinda French Gates, a $250 Million Contest Keeps Her Philanthropy Lean
The grants will range from $1 million to $5 million and are meant to support small organizations focused on women’s mental and physical health. Lever for Change will manage the competition.
By Alex Daniels
Senior Editor, Foundations
Young Donors Want Opportunities to Volunteer and Collaborate
New studies from Foundation Source and Bank of America show millennial and Gen Z donors want to make a big charitable impact by doing more than just give money.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Foundations Contribute to Hurricane Helene Recovery Efforts
Millions in grants for hurricane relief have come from the Dogwood Health Trust, Walmart, Augusta National Golf Club, the Home Depot Foundation, JPMorganChase, the Charlotte Hornets Foundation, the New York Yankees Foundation, Publix Super Markets Charities, and more.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions
Low Pay, High Turnover, and Burnout Hurt Social Service Groups During the Pandemic
Some nonprofit leaders were afraid that they might have to close their doors.
A New Exhibit Hopes to Change Perceptions of Muslim-Led Nonprofits
By spotlighting everyday stories of generosity in the Muslim American community, the creators of a new exhibit hope to challenge harmful narratives Muslim Americans face and open the doors to new funding relationships for Muslim-led charities.
By Jie Jenny Zou
Contributor
The Nonprofit Helping Women Fight Climate Change
The Women’s Earth Alliance trains, funds, and supports local environmental leaders.
By Ben Gose
Senior Editor