A Government Shutdown Is Looming: What Nonprofits Need to Know
In what’s become a bitter cycle, nonprofits across the country are creating contingency plans.
By Sara Herschander
Contributor
Foundation Source Appoints Joseph Mrak III as Next CEO
Also, the Meyer Memorial Trust has named its first vice president of impact, and Carole Rothman, founder and artistic director of Second Stage, is departing after 45 years.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions
Opinion | To Fight Antisemitism, Educate People About Who Jewish People Are
Philanthropy should support efforts to combat ignorance about what it means to be a Jew today.
Ibram X. Kendi’s Antiracism Center Is Struggling. Donors Share Some of the Blame.
To strengthen the racial justice movement, donors need to admit when things go wrong and ensure that better planning and accountability are in place the next time.
By Eboo Patel
Contributor
I’m a White Male Elite Who Wanted to Fight for Racial Justice. Here’s What I Got Wrong.
Garrett Neiman learned that he could have a a greater impact if he focused on contributing, not controlling, social movements.
By Garrett Neiman
Contributor
Opinion | Philanthropists Must Help Ensure Childbirth Is Positive
Community-driven solutions are key to addressing Black maternal mortality, but need more support.
The ‘Overhead Myth’ Debunked, Again: A Q&A With Dan Pallotta
His 2013 TED Talk made him a polarizing figure, sparking changes, debates, and criticism. Now his new film Uncharitable is making the case again.
By Sara Herschander
Contributor
Why Democracy Donors Should Fund Drag Performers
As anti-drag protests put the art form in crisis, philanthropy needs to end its silence on this issue.
By Beatrice Thomas and Lane Harwell
Experts Weigh In: The Basics and Benefits of Using A.I.
Key steps to take, and questions to consider, when adopting an A.I. tool at your nonprofit.
By LISA SCHOHL
Contributor
7 Questions Nonprofits Have About A.I., Answered
A.I. is quickly changing the way we live and work — and nonprofits are no exception. Here’s what you need to know to get started.
By sara herschander
Contributor
Alcoa Foundation Names New President
Also, the National Center for Youth Law has promoted its new executive director from within, and the Nathan Cummings Foundation has hired its first chief impact officer and director of racial justice.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions
With 200,000 Nonprofits Rated, the New Charity Navigator Aims High, Falls Short
Once obsessed with overhead, the evaluator wants to judge impact and more. Data, however, is scarce.
By Drew Lindsay
Senior Editor, Special Projects
Fighting Online Lies and Deception Requires Large-Scale Philanthropic Response
Piecemeal responses to misinformation won’t work. Instead grant makers must help build an environment in which accurate and diverse information sources flourish.
By Courtney C. Radsch and MICHAEL JARVIS
What Would Philanthropy Look Like if Black Women Were in Charge?
In her introductory column for the Chronicle of Philanthropy, Cora Daniels explores the innovative approaches of Black women leaders and why the sector should follow their lead.
By Cora Daniels
Contributor
Longtime Bank of America Executive Will Become CEO of Foundation for the Carolinas
Also, the impact-investment group Social Finance has named a new president, and the U.S. Regional Arts Organizations has appointed its first national director.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions
The Philanthropy That Jump-Started a Cure for Sickle Cell Disease
Since 2008, the Doris Duke Foundation has awarded $35 million to research scientists focused on the disease. Now several of them are bringing their gene therapy cure to clinical trial for FDA approval.
By Kay Dervishi
Contributor