The Case for Doing Away With the Charitable Deduction
A tax code tweak that replaces the deduction with matching grants could encourage everyone to donate.
My Journey as a Black Christian DEI Leader at a Jewish Nonprofit
Her colleagues gave the author a new understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion. After the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel, it was her perspective of allyship that changed.
As Lies About Immigrants Flourish, Nonprofit Ethnic Newsrooms Need Support
High-quality, immigrant-focused journalism can help cut through denigrating comments and dispel misinformation.
3.6 Million U.S. Citizens Can’t Participate in Democracy. Here’s How Philanthropy Can Help
Not only are people from the U.S. territories unable to vote or access government benefits, they’re also largely ignored by grant makers.
Networking Organizations Can Help Local Nonprofits Succeed — My Experience Proves It
Grant makers too often skip funding this critical step when supporting local leaders like me.
What the Fearless Fund Settlement Means for Philanthropic Freedom
The case underscores the urgent need for policies that protect a nonprofit’s right to address social inequities.
‘The Right Time to Step Away’: How One Foundation Pivoted When Its Original Vision Wasn’t Working
The Barr Foundation thought it had a perfect plan to modernize Boston’s bus system — until it faced unanticipated roadblocks.
Steph and Ayesha Curry’s Plea to Philanthropy: Don’t Let Pandemic-Era Tutoring Programs End
Individualized support helped our own children. We’re committing $25 million to Oakland schools so all students have the same opportunity.
Sabbaticals and the Case for More Rest for Leaders of Color
Social change isn’t possible when nonprofit leaders are exhausted. Extended paid leave helped me — and can help others.