Did the U.S. News College Rankings Cost My School Millions in Philanthropic Dollars?
A college ranking guide that rewards wealth and privilege should never be factored into decisions about where to direct philanthropic dollars. Instead, donors should follow MacKenzie Scott’s well-researched and thoughtful approach to giving to HBCUs.
By Walter Kimbrough
Contributor
Philanthropist Couple Urges Wealthy Donors to Give Now
Jennifer and David Risher started the #HalfMyDAF campaign to encourage people to give more from their donor-advised funds. They also support Worldreader, a nonprofit David co-founded to provide books to young people in underserved places.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Jackie and Mike Bezos Give $166 Million to NYU Langone Health for Low-Income Families
Plus, the Obama Foundation, University of Notre Dame, the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium, and other nonprofits received big gifts.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Bezos Makes Gifts to Obama Foundation and NYU Medical Center
Former President Barack Obama’s foundation has received a $100 million donation from Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. which it says is the largest individual contribution it has received to date. Also New York University’s medical center said Monday it has received a $166 million gift from Bezos and his family.
Local Foundations Need Solid Local Journalism if They Hope to Advance Their Missions
Local philanthropic funding can transform journalism in a community, but too few donors make the connection between the issues they care about and maintaining vibrant newsrooms in their cities and towns.
By Josh Stearns and Teresa Gorman
Salk Institute Lands $100 Million From Qualcomm Founder
Plus, the Baltimore financier Bill Miller gave $50 million to the Santa Fe Institute to expand its work in complex systems science, and Mike and Maria Repole gave $50 million to the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
The Va. Race Shows Why Philanthropy Can’t Tune Out Voter-Engagement Groups When Major Elections End
Grassroots organizations need robust, year-round funding to do the consistent work necessary to solve problems in communities, change lives, and keep voters engaged.
By Nsé Ufot
Contributor
Major Donor Liesel Pritzker Simmons Demystifies Impact Investing
The co-founder of the impact investing firm Blue Haven Initiative says impact investing can work hand-in-hand with market-based approaches to social issues. Plus, see a Chronicle essay about Pritzker Simmons.
Colin Powell’s Nonprofit Legacy: a Belief in America’s Promise
In the course of his life, Powell was a volunteer and mentor to young people of color. Through his nonprofit organization, America’s Promise Alliance, his ideas about how to help children and young people thrive were put into practice on a large scale.
By Leslie Lenkowsky
Contributor
Ariz. Real-Estate Magnate Pours Holdings Worth $129 Million Into Community Foundation
Plus, a nonprofit journalism group receives $50 million to launch a new online publication, and three universities and a park in Tennessee receive big gifts.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Fredric Levin Leaves $40 Million to U. of Florida Law School
Plus, six universities, an art museum, and other nonprofits received big gifts.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
To Help Save the Planet, Philanthropy Must Take a Deep Dive Into Ocean Conservation
The United Nations Climate Conference next week should serve as a wake-up call for philanthropy both to recognize the role oceans play in mitigating climate change and to significantly step up funding to protect the world’s seas.
By Julie Packard
Contributor
To Create a More Inclusive Future, Philanthropy Should Examine the Overlooked Chapters From its Past
Women, Black people, and immigrants — not just wealthy industrialists — fueled 20th-century philanthropy in cities like Pittsburgh. Understanding their historic role is critical to developing more just and equitable philanthropic practices today.
By Kathleen W. Buechel
Contributor
Lancaster Community Foundation Receives $65 Million
Plus, Howard University lands $5 million from the Baltimore financier Eddie Brown and his wife, Sylvia.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
The Ozy Media Debacle Is a Cautionary Tale for Journalism Donors
Before funding a news organization, donors should ensure the outlet can deliver on its promises and reach the intended audience. Without such vetting, philanthropic organizations are likely to miss out on opportunities to support journalism where it is needed most — in underserved communities of color.
By Tracie Powell
Contributor
U. of Chicago Receives $50 Million Bequest From Investor
Plus, the University of Denver, two law schools, a Houston park, and other nonprofits receive big gifts.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor