The Next Hurdle for Trust-Based Philanthropy: Showing Impact
Proponents have pressed for a less top-down relationship with nonprofits, and new approaches are now widespread. But their effectiveness isn’t yet known.
By Alex Daniels
Senior Editor, Foundations
A.I. Is the Future of Work. That Doesn’t Have to Be Bad.
If A.I. can take care of busy work, burnt-out nonprofit employees may have more time to focus on what matters most. Plus, check out the rest of our Trends 2024 special report.
By Sara Herschander
Contributor
It’s Election Season. Here’s How Philanthropy Is Working to Secure the Vote.
Foundations and donors are aiming to bring down the thicket of barriers to a representative, unmanipulated vote.
By Alex Daniels
Senior Editor, Foundations
Federal Climate Funds Are Plentiful — but Nonprofits Should Move Quickly
Experts say if a Republican wins the White House, the new administration could change the rules that govern the Inflation Reduction Act. Plus: Check out the rest of our special report on the most important trends shaping philanthropy and the nonprofit world.
By Jim Rendon
Executive Editor
Nonprofits Find Ways to Manage a Staffing Crisis With No End in Sight
Shorter workweeks, time off, and DEI training are helping groups hold on to workers.
By Jim Rendon
Executive Editor
Has the Giving Crisis Reached the Point of No Return?
The giving crisis is finally beginning to hit nonprofits where it hurts — the pocketbook. But organizations are fighting to win back everyday donors.
By Rasheeda Childress
Senior Editor, Fundraising
Wayne LaPierre Leaves a Financial Mess Behind at the NRA
The NRA’s coffers have reflected a circumstance more in line with an employee living paycheck to paycheck than an heir living off of a trust fund.
By Brian Mittendorf
Contributor
Denver Bankers Give Local Science Museum $20 Million
Plus, Howard University’s medical school landed $12 million from billionaire novelist MacKenzie Scott, and Ballet Arizona company received $2 million from a longtime supporter.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
How Donor-Advised Funds Are Changing Philanthropy
DAFs are turning up everywhere — in grant-maker collaboratives, impact investing, workplace giving, and even wedding-gift registries. Will 2024 see new regulation?
By Drew Lindsay
Senior Editor, Special Projects
Nonprofit Leadership Lab Names Its First CEO
Also, Google.org has promoted its next global head from within, and the Clooney Foundation for Justice has appointed two lawyers to serve as co-CEOs.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions