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Q&A
The Philanthropist Who Wants to Transform Voting
As the election looms, Bradley Tusk — a political strategist and venture capitalist — believes mobile voting is our best shot at reducing American polarization. -
Podcast | Giving Done Right
Who Gets to Age With Dignity? Few Foundations Make Aging a Priority
A conversation with experts about the many opportunities for donors to support aging programs, including research, advocacy, and local community efforts. -
Transitions
National Council of Nonprofits Will Install New CEO in January
Also, Independent Sector has appointed three new vice presidents, and Nicole Sherard-Freeman will be promoted to CEO of the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan in the new year. -
Grant Makers
Family Foundations Are Bigger, and Some Are Giving More
More than a third award more than $1 million a year, but unrestricted giving is down. -
Elections
‘We Meet the Bear Next Week’
Amy McIsaac of Philanthropy for Active Civic Engagement talks about a post-election resource guide to help nonprofit leaders find the language to bring people together. -
Fundraising
New Reports Offer Data on Donor Decline, Clues on How to Engage Supporters
Research looks at the current dearth of donors, as well as what fundraisers can learn from pandemic-era giving. -
Grants Roundup
Bezos Earth Fund Grants $60 Million to the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Plus, the Smithsonian Institution received $40 million for its sesquicentennial programs in 2026, and the Mellon Foundation committed $25 million to support artists along the U.S.-Mexico border. -
Big Philanthropy
Why Billionaire Philanthropy Might Not Be as Generous as You Think
When donated wealth comes from big business, labor practices, impact on communities and environment, and tax practices may come under scrutiny. -
Q&A
Melinda French Gates Has Exited the Gates Foundation, But Her Vision for Gender Equality Remains
The division she helped shape, now run by Anita Zaidi, is pushing forward with ambitious plans for women’s health care and economic power. -
Gifts Roundup
Washington and Lee U. Goes Need-Blind Thanks to $132 Million Gift
Plus, Rochester businessman Phil Saunders gave the University of Rochester Medical Center $30 million to support orthopedics, nursing, and medical school faculty.