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Big GivingWarren Buffett Announces $6 Billion in Donations to 5 Foundations
The famed investor reported that 99.5% of his estate is destined for philanthropic usage. -
Foundation Giving
Young Leaders Advancing Climate Solutions Could Win $1 Million Grants
The money is coming from a collaborative that hopes other funders will follow its lead. -
Fundraising
Raising Money From Individuals: What’s Happening Now
The experts’ takeaways from Giving USA: Fundraisers may want to encourage annual donors to set up a monthly gift, and it’s not too soon to think about the year-end giving season. -
Opinion
‘I Know What It Feels Like to Lead While Funders Quietly Slip Away’
Grant makers promised to support trans nonprofits. Where are they now? -
Government and Legislation
Billions in Charitable Giving Could Be Lost, New Research on Tax Bill Shows
Independent Sector commissioned studies to measure the potential impact of two key proposals that are in both the House and the Senate versions of the tax bill. -
Letters to the Editor
Article Paints a Nuanced Picture of Bipartisan Climate Work
Collaboration on climate is possible, and my work with Congress proves it. -
Giving Data
Where the Philanthropy Money Is: What ‘Giving USA’ Tells Us
Among the takeaways: Last year’s strong stock-market returns may drive more foundation giving in 2025, and fundraisers should focus on DAF donors. -
Opinion
My Grandfather Showed Me Why Protest Is Essential — and Why Funders Shouldn’t Abandon It Now
Grant makers are acting out of fear, and frontline organizations are paying the price. -
Philanthropists
Why Elon Musk’s $34 Billion Loss Wasn’t Really That
What it tells us about the philanthropy of the ultra-wealthy. -
Fundraising
Strategies for Fundraisers Whose Donors Are Facing Tough Times
It’s critical to stay engaged with supporters, and it might be good to encourage them to move from annual to recurring gifts.
