Readers Share Their Favorite Nonprofit Books
‘Lean Impact’ and “Decolonizing Wealth’ are among the titles helping people in the nonprofit world keep on top of trends and ideas influencing philanthropy and social change.
By Margie Fleming Glennon
Chief Content Officer
Only a Quarter of Nonprofit Boards Have Tried to Increase Diversity, Study Says
The report by Koya Leadership Partners suggests that many nonprofits prioritize fundraising over diversity when selecting board candidates.
By Julian Wyllie
Contributor
Former Obama Administration Official to Lead Skoll Foundation
Donald Gips says his experience as U.S. Ambassador to South Africa was great training for leading a foundation.
By Alex Daniels
Contributor
Toilets and Textbooks: Bill and Melinda Gates Outline Their Future Giving
In the 11th annual letter, the couple outline nine things they say they didn’t see coming — and explain how that will affect their giving.
By Alex Daniels
Contributor
Carol Larson, Packard CEO Who Took Vigorous Action on Climate Change, Plans to Leave
Larson’s tenure also saw a boost in grant making on health care.
By Alex Daniels
Senior Editor, Foundations
Cathy Cha Leads Haas Fund: Ford Foundation Hires Head of U.S. Programs (Transitions)
In other news about people on the move, Henry Timms leaves the 92nd Street Y to run the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions
Evan Marwell started a charity with a specific goal and an inflexible eight-year deadline. Here’s what other charities can learn from him.
By Heather Joslyn
Contributor
Lessons for Charity Leaders From EducationSuperHighway
Evan Marwell, who started a nonprofit designed to expire after eight years with its mission complete, says his approach can have impact and excite donors.
By HEATHER JOSLYN
Contributor
Natural Resources Defense Council Chief to Depart, Henry Timms to Lead Lincoln Center (Transitions)
Also, One Hope United names its first African-American president in its 124-year history.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions
2 Years Later, Fundraising’s ‘Trump Bump’ May Have Stopped Growing
At the ACLU, Sierra Club, and National Women’s Law Center, which have opposed the White House and its appointees, year-end giving was strong but not explosive. What does that mean for 2019?
By Heather Joslyn
Contributor
Council on Foundations Staff Continues to Shrink as More Leaders Depart
The group’s top policy and communications executives were laid off as the group prepares for the arrival of its new president, Kathleen Enright.
By Alex Daniels
Contributor
Women of Color Shouldn’t Face So Many Hurdles to Leadership. Here’s What We Can All Do.
Grant makers can channel more funds to groups that work to remedy the situation, and nonprofits can be more aware of bias and provide mentors and other help.
By Ofronama Biu
Contributor
Women of Color Face Barriers to Salaries and Promotions, Report Says
They report being passed over for new jobs or promotions in favor of others — including men of color, white women, and white men — with comparable or even less impressive credentials.
By Julian Wyllie
Contributor
8 Core Responsibilities for Strong Leaders
Many leaders get bogged down in the day-to-day running of an organization. But strong leaders focus on high-level responsibilities and delegate the rest. Here are some strategies to keep your eye on the big picture.
By Zack Bodner
Contributor
2 Information Giants, Foundation Center and GuideStar, to Join Forces
The organizations will bring together vast troves of data as they merge to become Candid, a portal that provides information about grant makers and nonprofits.
By Marc Gunther
Contributor
Kellogg Renews Commitment to Train Social-Justice Leaders
The grant maker has allocated $8.7 million to a fellowship program that aims to give a boost to leaders who can promote racial equity and get people involved in their communities.
By Alex Daniels
Contributor