Big Philanthropy
With Buffett’s Children Set to Control His Billions, His Hometown of Omaha Could See a Windfall
Susie, Howard, and Peter Buffett are set to become some of the world’s most important philanthropists. Susie Buffett says her foundation will continue to focus on Nebraska.
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Grant Proposal Writing
How to Strengthen Your Grant Proposals and Avoid Common Mistakes
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Featured Newsletters
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Philanthropy This Week
A Good Start to End-of-Year Fundraising; and Shaking Up Progressive Philanthropy (Opinion)
Plus, the pluralism of Darren Walker sets an example more should follow (opinion); and why fundraisers burn out -
Philanthropy Today
What Will Buffett’s Children Do With Billions More?
Plus, the diversity of assets in donor-advised funds; and Carnegie Science taps an astrophysicist as its next president -
Philanthropy Today
GivingTuesday’s $3.6 Billion of Good News
Plus, what Darren Walker gets right (opinion); and why donors should ask communities what matters to them
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The Philanthropy 50: an Exclusive Chronicle Ranking of Who Gives the Most to Charity
Former New York mayor Michael Bloomberg gave $3 billion to charity last year to take the top spot. -
Major Gifts
Bill Conway’s $1 Billion Plan to End the Nursing Shortage
The co-founder of the Carlyle Group is using big education gifts to shore up the nursing profession. -
Philanthropists
Melinda French Gates Plans to Match $1 Million in GivingTuesday Gifts to Groups That Support Women
The Vote Mama Foundation and the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers will have 10 days to raise the funds.
Opinion
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For Philanthropy, This Actually Isn’t 2016 All Over Again
After a decade of evolving, funders may be more prepared to figure out their post-election game plan than they realize. -
The Internet Archive Is a Cautionary Tale for Growing Nonprofits
A legal battle involving the organization behind the Wayback Machine shows why a nonprofit’s ambition shouldn’t come at the expense of its users. -
Philanthropy, Like the Democratic Party, Needs to Reassess Its Priorities
To move forward during the second Trump term, funders must take a long, hard look in the mirror.
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Advice
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3 Questions to Ask in This Era of Trump and Uncertainty
When the way forward is unclear, we should get curious, summon courage to face uncomfortable truths, and resolve to act differently based on what we learn. -
Should Nonprofits Cite the Election in Year-End Appeals? Experts Say: It Depends.
Nonprofits may want to mention the election if it affects their work, but fundraising consultants say it doesn’t make sense for other groups to change year-end messaging. -
3 Steps to Take Amid Post-Election Uncertainty
While it may feel like there are two Americas right now, nonprofit leaders working on the front lines of our most pressing societal problems have a unique opportunity to reinforce the strength of our communities.
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GivingTuesday Raises $3.6 Billion for Charity, Up From Last Year
Nonprofits sought to strengthen ties with donors and organize activities to bring communities together after a bruising election season. -
DAF Assets: $250 Billion, and Counting
While the amount held in DAFs hit new highs, both contributions to the funds and the amount of money awarded from them fell in 2023, according to a new report. -
Rage Giving 2.0? Some Nonprofits See a Bump in Giving After Trump Win
Organizations whose missions are likely to be at risk in the new administration need to tell donors what they plan to do and how that will help, fundraising experts advise.
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The Commons
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Opinion
What Philanthropy Can Learn About Race From a Megachurch
Black and white members of the nation’s third-largest church came together in a program they designed — not one imposed on them by grant makers. -
The Commons in Conversation
PBS Journalist Judy Woodruff on What Ails America, and How to Fix Things
In a Chronicle interview, the veteran reporter talks about her two years exploring what is tearing Americans apart — and the nonprofits working to bring people together. -
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
A Welcome Mat, Not a Wall: How Nonprofits in One City Embrace Newcomers
Philanthropy — from a billionaire’s family foundation to the YWCA — has helped make Tulsa, Okla., one of the most welcoming places in America for immigrants and refugees.
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What Does a Trump Victory Mean for Nonprofits and Donors Focused on Democracy?
The CEO of the Rockefeller Brothers Fund on the long-term, community-based work he says will nurture civic engagement and bolster democracy -
Carnegie Science Taps Astrophysicist as Its Next President
Also, Shannon Green will become CEO of Philanthropy for Active Civic Engagement in February, and the Archstone Foundation has named a new leader. -
Why Donors Should Ask Local Communities What Matters to Them
The data donors request of their grantees isn’t always meaningful. -
Partnering With Nonprofits, City Government, and Neighbors to Give Locally
Father-daughter duo Mike Bontrager and Stephanie Almanza of Square Roots Collective talk about the power of trust in local philanthropy. -
What Billionaires and Their Advisers Say Keeps Them From Giving More and Faster
Some are held back by finding the right vehicles and advisers, while others cite emotional reasons. -
Walmart Commits $34.5 Million to Protect U.S. Wildlife Habitats
Also, the Robert W. Woodruff Foundation awarded $80 million to Georgia State U., and the Hormel Foundation gave nearly $26 million to community groups that serve residents of Austin, Minn.
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