Trump Signs Stimulus Bill Providing Nonprofit Loans, Grants, and ‘Universal Deduction’
The legislation expands the charitable deduction to all taxpayers for a year, makes nonprofits eligible for federal loans that could be largely forgiven, and boosts tax incentives for corporate giving.
By dan.parks
Contributor
Report From Haiti: Charities Cope With Loss and Devastation
At the Doctors Without Borders La Trinité Hospital in Haiti, 5 p.m. is when medical shifts turn over. As one set of doctors and nurses replaces another, it’s the time when the number of staff people on site doubles for a brief period. And two weeks ago, that was disastrous, as a 7.0-magnitude…
By Amy Bracken
Contributor
Howard Hughes Medical Institute Creates $120 Million Scientist Program (Grants Roundup)
Also, Amazon Web Services pledged $20 million for infectious-disease diagnostic research, and the Gates Foundation is giving $10 million to address a locust infestation in eastern Africa.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions
For colleges and universities hoping to engage students and young alumni in lifetime giving, these fundraising drives can be especially valuable. But as institutions respond to the coronavirus by shuttering campuses and moving students to online learning, many are changing the focus of their upcoming giving days to spotlight urgent student needs.
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor, Nonprofit Intelligence
During Pandemic, Young Adults Trust Nonprofits More Than Government or Corporations
Sixty percent said they trust nonprofits to “do what’s right” during a pandemic. The results suggest that charities shouldn’t hesitate to ask for help now.
By MICHAEL THEIS
Contributor
U.S. Grant Makers Step Up for Global Covid-19 Efforts (Grants Roundup)
A sampling of some of the corporate and foundation giving recently announced to address health, education, and economic needs in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions
What Happened to Giving After Past Disasters
Recessions aren’t always catastrophic for nonprofits, but the coronavirus crisis doesn’t fit the mold of past disasters.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
What Nonprofits Need and How Foundations Should Respond
Maya Winkelstein, CEO of the Open Road Alliance, explains what charities need as they grapple with coronavirus and how grant makers can help.
By Ben Gose
Senior Editor
Pandemic Shines a Spotlight on Some Causes
Advocates for sick leave, the homeless, and hungry kids are suddenly getting renewed attention in their push for change.
By Jim Rendon
Executive Editor
Sheryl Sandberg, Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively and Others Give to Help During Pandemic (Gifts Roundup)
Plus, two universities and a symphony orchestra received big gifts.