TED’s Audacious Project Raised $1B From Donors in 2 Days for Big Nonprofit Efforts
More than a dozen nonprofits will benefit. Donors will meet in person to decide how much to give each group.
By Thalia Beaty
Associated Press
Caught in a Web of DAF Transfers
Donors get a tax deduction for donor-advised fund contributions, but billions of payouts each year are simply recycled to other DAF providers
By Ben Gose
Senior Editor
Julián Castro Plans to Build a $250M Endowment for Latino Community Groups
The former housing secretary is working to increase the assets and footprint of the California-based nonprofit he has led since January 2024.
By James Pollard
Philanthropy Reporter, Associated Press
How to Foster Civic Engagement Among Gen Zers
Small, approachable actions are key.
By James Pollard
Philanthropy Reporter, Associated Press
The Combined Federal Campaign Goes Dark
After more than 60 years, the federal workplace giving effort appears to be shutting down.
By Alex Daniels
Senior Editor, Foundations
How Seattle Seahawks Sale Will Benefit Charity
The late Paul Allen left behind an estimated $26 billion that he wanted to largely leave to charity. His estate is finally selling the football team, which represents nearly a quarter of his fortune.
By Reid Kress Weisbord and Naomi Cahn
A Children’s Hospital Is Renamed for Dolly Parton
Dolly Parton Children's Hospital hopes to transform pediatric care in Tennessee. The singer’s support comes as rural hospital closures have left tens of millions of people with fewer health care options.
By James Pollard
Philanthropy Reporter, Associated Press
Lynda and Stewart Resnick Give UCLA $100 Million for Psychiatric Care
The gift expands mental and behavioral health services at the Stewart and Lynda Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Winners of Bloomberg Philanthropies Mayors Challenge Find Creative Solutions
Many are using a combination of artificial intelligence and the wisdom of their residents.
By Glenn Gamboa
Associated Press
The Power of Pairing Money With Mentorship
With $70 million from MacKenzie Scott, Native Forward Scholars Fund is expanding its successful hands-on program — something that others hoping to grow can learn from.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor