NRA’s Path to Recovery From Financial Woes Leaves It Vulnerable to New Problems
The National Rifle Association’s financial turnaround might seem to bode well for the organization, but a look below the surface shows ominous signs.
By Brian Mittendorf
Contributor
Earthquake That Struck War-Ravaged Syria Highlights Vital Role of Local Aid Groups
Politics trumped humanitarian need, and the United Nations was lambasted for doing too little, but some humanitarian aid was being delivered, thanks to local Syrian groups like the Bahar Organization.
By Kimberly Howe
Contributor
Banking Failures Add to Growing Economic Uncertainty for Nonprofits
Foundation grants and gifts from individuals could be at risk as nonprofits continue to struggle to pay wages that will keep workers from seeking other opportunities.
By Sara Herschander
Contributor
Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum Names First Director
Also, a pediatric hematologist oncologist will take the helm of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society in May, and the Kalamazoo Community Foundation will install a new CEO this summer.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions
Damage to nonprofits appears limited so far, but charity leaders and experts urge groups to protect assets amid fears about the banking industry’s health.
By Drew Lindsay
Senior Editor, Special Projects
Racial-Justice Leader Who Left Her Job Alleging Racial Bias by Board Starts New Nonprofit
Anne Price, former head of Insight Center for Community and Economic Development, says the new group will focus on improving the economic conditions of Black women.
By Jim Rendon
Executive Editor
Bronx Children’s Museum Names Preschool Founder as Executive Director
Also, the Council on Foreign Relations has tapped a former adviser to President Obama to serve as its leader, and Arnold Ventures hires an economist as executive vice president of criminal justice.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions
Opinion|Grassroots Organizing Makes Government Work Better
A grant maker praises a recent op-ed that encourages more donors to give to grassroots movements and says his foundation’s investments in local Latina organizers demonstrate why it matters.
A Set of Ethical Principles Can Help Philanthropy Regain Public Trust in the Field
With the release this week of guidelines for building trust in the philanthropic world, the head of the Council on Foundations is calling on grant makers to hold each other accountable for maintaining high ethical standards.
By Kathleen Enright
Contributor
New Report Details How to Level the Playing Field for Women Fundraisers
A key recommendation is to create a code of conduct that lays out expectations for donors and for organizations to back fundraisers up when they’ve been sexually harassed.
By Rasheeda Childress
Senior Editor, Fundraising
Inflation and Labor Costs Squeeze Nonprofits as Pandemic Relief Wanes. Is a Fiscal Cliff Ahead?
Pressures spun up from Covid are cutting into revenue, as foundation and government funding dwindles and a possible recession looms.
By Drew Lindsay
Senior Editor, Special Projects
Volunteers Can Teach the Professionals a Lot About Raising Money — if They Let Them
As donors themselves, volunteer fundraisers understand what makes potential donors tick — and often in ways the professionals don’t. Greater respect for their skills and increased collaboration with development staff are sorely needed.
An Effort to Help Build Careers in Construction
The grant maker is committing $50 million over 10 years to train more people for well-paying, secure jobs in the skilled trades — with a focus on women and people of color.
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor, Nonprofit Intelligence
Newman’s Own Foundation Selects Its Next CEO
Also, Cindy McCain will now lead the U.N. World Food Programme, and the Skillman Foundation has hired its first vice president of learning and impact.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions
In the rush to keep survivors fed, warm, and housed, the flow of support often focuses on meeting survivors’ physical needs but not the psychological aid that helps them recover.
Tips for Creating a Successful Young Professionals Program
Young professionals may not have a lot of money to donate, but they can offer their time, energy, and ideas. Here’s how several nonprofits in India get young people involved in their work.
By Alex Counts, Sejal Desai and Jay Sehgal