A Partisan Warrior’s Reckoning
Once dedicated to a purely progressive policy agenda, a philanthropist now worries that rigid adherence to ideology can undue democracy
By Rachel Pritzker
Contributor
Democracy is stronger than self-justifying, plutocratic philanthropy suggests, skeptics argue.
Investing in a More Perfect Union
Philanthropists and grant makers point to where philanthropy can make a difference.
Leaders and advocates debate what it will take to strengthen communities, civil society, and the country.
Community-Based Entrepreneurs Are Leading the Way in Solving the Local News Crisis
There is no one-size-fits-all solution; we should look to visionary entrepreneurs at the grass roots who serve their communities.
By Dan Kennedy
Contributor
Foundation Compensation: When Are CEO Salaries Too High?
Without checks and balances, scrutinizing and challenging foundation leaders’ million-dollar paychecks is nearly impossible.
By Craig Kennedy
Contributor
Endowments Can Power Racial Justice Groups — if Only Philanthropy Would Fund Them
Giving to endowments helps groups led by people of color build long-term financial stability. But two new studies show the practice is rare.
By Cora Daniels
Contributor
Janine Lee: A Champion of Equitable Grant Making in the South
A consummate philanthropic leader, she leaves behind a unique legacy of healing divisions and facilitating difficult conversations in a deeply complex region.
By Susan Taylor Batten
Contributor
A Plea to Philanthropy: Don’t Run Away From Controversial Topics
I’ve come to accept the growing scientific consensus that nuclear energy is critical to addressing climate change. Other grant makers should, too.
By Theo Kalionzes
Contributor
A Hidden Burden on Low-Income Communities That Philanthropy Can Help Fix
Matched-fund requirements make accessing federal infrastructure and climate dollars all but impossible for the very communities grant makers seek to help.
By Louise Lief
Contributor