As We Mourn Charleston’s Victims, Philanthropy Must Act
Foundations can play a key role in strengthening the network of black activists protesting brutal acts of violence.
Philanthropy Can Do Much More to Warn of Climate-Change Dangers
Instead of devoting so much money to policy development, it’s time to spend for advertising and other ways of reaching the public.
By DAVID FENTON
Contributor
How Foundations Can Win the Fight Against Inequality
As more grant makers and President Obama join forces, they need to focus on jobs, advocacy, and general operating support for charities.
By PABLO EISENBERG
Contributor
Opinion: On Inequality, Follow Henry Ford, Not Ford Foundation
A Wall Street Journal opinion writer chides the Ford Foundation for its recent decision to focus its $500 million in annual grant making on fighting inequality, arguing that its namesake corporation’s production innovations have done more than philanthropy to benefit society.
Sweet Briar’s Remarkable Reopening Has Lessons for All Nonprofits
Boards can expect more scrutiny from regulators over tough calls as well as emboldened advocacy by charity supporters.
By michael peregrine
Contributor
Nev. Tax on Tickets for Big Events Won’t Spare Nonprofits
Nevada lawmakers have approved a 9-percent tax on admissions to major live entertainment events in the state, including those like the freewheeling Burning Man festival that are run by nonprofit groups, reports the Associated Press.
Inequality’s Long Shadow: Summer Hunger
A lack of innovation is why 80 percent of children eligible for the summer meals program aren’t participating.
By Bill Shore
Contributor
How to Understand the Clinton Foundation
It’s a complicated organization, and media coverage of its finances is not always accurate.
By Brian Mittendorf
Contributor
Opinion: The Problem With a $400 Million Harvard Gift
Hedge-fund mogul John Paulson’s $400 million donation to Harvard University showcases what’s wrong with big higher-education endowments and the megaphilanthropy that swells them, according to Quartz.
Opinion: Philanthropy Should Do More to Improve Quality of Life as People Age
An article in The Wall Street Journal says only 2 percent of foundation money goes toward issues resulting from longer lifespans and suggests ways to attract more money and attention to keeping older people active and involved.