Facing Free Speech Threats, Foundations Prepare for Next Volley From the White House
In preparing a response to expected policy changes, foundation leaders appear to walking a delicate line between exposing themselves to threats from the administration and remaining stalwart — and visible — institutions.
By Alex Daniels, Stephanie Beasley and Ben Gose
Effecting Change at the Local Level: Wisdom From Community Foundation CEOs
The leaders discuss working across ideological lines, supporting under-appreciated nonprofits, and the proliferation of giving options for donors.
George Soros’s Philanthropy Grapples With Limits to Its Power
The Open Society Foundations has spent significant time developing new programs and has searched for new ideas as it’s redesigned its work.
By Thalia Beaty
Associated Press
Trump Threatens Progressive Foundations, but Proving Wrongdoing Would Be Difficult
Under the Bill of Rights, the U.S. has strong protections in place that shield nonprofits. Still, there are some precedents for attempts to repress them.
By Beth Gazley
Contributor
Nonprofits — and Their Leaders — Seek Security Amid Threats
After last week’s killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, organizations are assessing their risks and taking steps to protect staff, buildings, and events.
By Ben Gose
Senior Editor
100-Plus Foundations Stand United as White House Goes on the Attack
The philanthropies wrote an open letter that condemns political violence and defends their freedom of speech and the freedom to give.
By Alex Daniels
Senior Editor, Foundations
Nate Bargatze’s Controversial Emmys Bit Benefits Boys & Girls Clubs
The Boys & Girls Clubs of America may end up being the biggest winner of Sunday night’s Emmy Awards. The afterschool youth programming nonprofit is now seeing a donation surge after a controversial fundraising bit at the center of television’s biggest night.
By James Pollard
Philanthropy Reporter, Associated Press
Big Funders Pour $56 Million Into Civics at a Fractured Moment
Ahead of the nation’s 250th birthday, the effort aims to rekindle learning, engagement, and action through support of a growing network of civic organizations.
By Drew Lindsay
Senior Editor, Special Projects
Kresge Foundation Returns to Detroit After Decades in the Suburbs
After the 1967 riots, the Kmart-funded philanthropy moved its headquarters to Troy, Mich. The move back to Detroit will be accompanied by $180 million in funding for the northwest section of the city.
By Alex Daniels
Senior Editor, Foundations
How to Build a Global, Grassroots Movement
The leader of Mama Cash talks about how her group has raised millions to support grassroots activists.