A Silicon Valley Funder Diversified Its Board. Big Changes Followed
Recruiting former grantees onto the board has helped the Silicon Valley Social Venture Fund better connect to communities and boost fundraising.
By Jim Rendon
Executive Editor
To Build Donor Trust, Nonprofits Should Answer Key Questions About Their Work
When nonprofits take the time to define their role, they can address some of the problems highlighted in a recent article from The Commons.
Mosaic Hires Sierra Club Executive as Next Leader
Plus, Arnold Ventures has tapped its first executive vice president of impact investing, and the Packard Foundation named a new national policy director.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions
Bad Bosses, Big Dreams, and Broken Philanthropy
Young leaders talk about what they want from their nonprofit careers
By Nandita Raghuram
Deputy Editor, Opinion
Julie Morita Will Be Next CEO of the Joyce Foundation; GLAD Chooses New Leader
Plus, the former longtime CEO of the Weingart Foundation will now lead Covenant House California, and LISC has named its new executive vice president of programs.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions
Born of Political Violence, This Group Helps Nonprofit Causes Find ‘Surprising’ Allies
Tim Dixon talks about the work of More in Common, which he co-founded after the murder of British politician Jo Cox, a close friend.
By Drew Lindsay
Senior Editor, Special Projects
Sesame Workshop Appoints New CEO
Also, the Trevor Project has tapped its first Black and nonbinary CEO, and the League of Women Voters has promoted its next leader from within.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions
Everyday Donors Want to Give. Here’s How to Find Them.
It’s challenging to focus on small-dollar contributors when you need money today — but experts say a broad base of support is key for nonprofits’ long-term health.
By Ben Gose and Rasheeda Childress
An Award That Honors Master Craftspeople
Honorees each receive a $100,000 unrestricted award. “We trust that people know what they need,” says Rebekah Frank, program officer at the foundation that sponsors the awards.
By NICOLE WALLACE
Features Editor
Kresge Foundation Names Next Leader of Its Environment Program
Also, the Getty Foundation tapped a new associate director, and the Chicago philanthropist Ann Lurie has died.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions
Can Your Group Stay Neutral on Controversial Topics? 5 Things to Know
A communications pro offers tips for nonprofits considering whether to publicly take a stand on divisive issues.
By Seth Chalmer
Contributor
Can Melinda French Gates Reignite Post-Dobbs Rage Giving?
Supporting women and girls of color should always be an urgent matter. French Gates is showing what that means.
By Cora Daniels
Contributor
Trust Issues Could Plague Nonprofits, Philanthropy Ahead of Election
Americans’ trust in nonprofits is the highest it’s been since 2020, a new survey shows. However, many don’t believe nonprofits can be unbiased advocates for policy changes or voter engagement.
By Stephanie Beasley
Senior Writer
Kauffman Foundation Taps Executive Director of Entrepreneurship Programs
Also, GivingTuesday has named two new executives, and the Fred L. Emerson Foundation has appointed its next president.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions
Bob Bothwell’s Support for Progressive Nonprofits Was Ahead of Its Time
Bothwell regularly argued that nontraditional charities deserved respect, recognition — and inclusion in workplace giving campaigns.
Weingart Foundation Promotes Joanna Jackson to President and CEO
Plus, Sandy Ho will be the next executive director of the Disability and Philanthropy Forum, and the Greater Milwaukee Foundation has named a new leader.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions