Northwestern Mutual Foundation Commissions Artwork Inspired by Their Grantees
For its 25th anniversary, the Northwestern Mutual Foundation matched 25 of the nonprofits it has supported with Wisconsin-tied artists to create artwork inspired by the organizations, filling its Milwaukee building with art in the process.
By Ariella Phillips
Contributor
Face of Philanthropy: Nonprofits Whose Stories Touched Us
An advocacy group that teaches residents to test for water quality and a nonprofit cemetery that brings history to life are two of many organizations.
By Ariella Phillips and NICOLE WALLACE
December 20: Trump Attacks N.Y. Attorney General Over Foundation Lawsuit: Daily News Roundup
President Trump lashed out at the New York attorney general who brought the suit against his foundation. In other articles, Steven Spielberg is expanding the mission of his Shoah Foundation to fight hate; the Justice Department has sued promoters of conservation easements, which it alleges use overvalued land appraisals; and much more news, articles on innovation; and opinions about the Trump philanthropy.
Benioffs Donate $15 Million to Children’s Hospital for Mental Health: Daily News Roundup
The gift is the last part of $50 million the couple had pledged to a hospital in Oakland, Calif. Plus, this year’s winner of the Nobel Peace Prize plans to start a fund for women victims of war-related sex crimes; a judge’s ruling that the Affordable Care Act is unconstitutional could hurt the credit quality of nonprofit hospitals; two op-eds discuss the Trump Foundation’s closing, the New York attorney general’s lawsuit against the charity, and where its remaining assets should go; and more.
How the Principles of Playing in a Music Ensemble Can Inspire Collaboration at Nonprofits (Podcast)
Musician and philanthropist Jeffrey Walker believes the principles of working together to create a sound can inspire others to listen and work together productively.
Trump Is Shutting Down His Charity: Daily News Roundup
The decision has been made amid allegations that he used it for personal and political gain. Plus, Northwestern University got $50 million for artificial-intelligence study; small gifts are down since the new tax law took effect, but big gifts more than compensate; five ways giving is likely to change in 2019; an aid worker in Yemen discusses conditions there; seven considerations donors should keep in mind for year-end giving; and more.
Philanthropy’s Focus on the Southern U.S. Border Crisis Is Urgent
Foundations can play an important role in reminding Americans about the plight facing immigrant families and in making sure nonprofits have the resources they need to help people seeking to live in the United States.
By Robert K. Ross
Contributor
Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Hires Its First Investment Chief: Daily News Roundup
David Lee, managing director of Princeton University’s endowment, will oversee $10 billion. Plus, in the midst of her sold-out book tour, Michelle Obama attended a small workshop at a community group where she once worked; the Wall Street Journal reviews apps that teach children about giving; Ken Griffin talks about the $700 million he has given away and what attracts him to particular nonprofits; judging nonprofits by how much they spend on administrative expenses is flawed; and much more.
Spelman College Gets $30 Million Gift: Daily News Roundup
The contribution will go toward the Center for Innovation and the Arts. Also, giving to historically black colleges and universities has been up the past two years as the institutions have focused more on cultivating big donors. Plus, Save the Children was fooled by a sophisticated email scam into sending $1 million to a fraudulent account in Japan; as the Boy Scouts has tried to modernize, some of its efforts have backfired; and much more news and articles about big gifts and innovation.
Nonprofit Boosts Hope for Girls in Poverty (Podcast)
Girls Inc. focuses on programs like financial literacy and mentorship and addresses sexual harassment and violence.
Smaller Foundations Follow Through on Plans to Change Grant Making After Trump Election
However, a survey by Exponent Philanthropy also indicated that pessimism about the influence of philanthropy has grown during the past two years.
By Alex Daniels
Contributor
Boy Scouts Considering Bankruptcy Filing; Google Donation Tool; Daily News Roundup
The potential chapter 11 filing would halt lawsuits against the organization for alleged inappropriate behavior by employees. In other articles, Google has added a donate feature for users of Android phones; the Senate voted to overturn a Treasury Department rule on donor disclosure; an Australian businessman who died last month left $4 billion to his charitable foundation; the Glide Foundation has been sued by its parent organization, the United Methodist Church; and much more.
Salesforce.Org to Include Schools in Its Philanthropy: Daily News Roundup
The organizaton is giving $2 million to train principals and teachers, unlike its past education gifts that have funded better technology and expanded programs. In other articles, nonprofit victims of Bernard Madoff’s Ponzi scheme are close to getting their money back; and much more on big donors, cultural organizations, and innovation.
IRS Softens Blow From Taxed Employee Perks at Nonprofits: Daily News Roundup
Under pressure, House leaders revisit taxing of benefits such as free parking and mass transit subsidies; proposed revisions of tax plan seek to reverse ban on political activity by nonprofits; how to spur people to give to charity by making it about them, and more.
Boy Scouts’ Recruitment of Girls Sows Confusion: Daily News Roundup
Membership rift in Scouting has girls and their parents wondering about the best fit; how the More Than Me charity gamed the internet and Hollywood; Wreaths Across America raise questions over self-dealings; why some hedge fund managers give to charity, and more.
How to Thank Donors — and Bring Them Closer to Your Cause
Fundraisers share tips to help you make your supporters feel valued, get them more involved, and inspire their loyalty.
By LISA SCHOHL
Contributor