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Newsletter Archive
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June 18, 2025
Nonprofits Love Big Words. Americans Don’t. (Opinion)
The ineffectiveness — and danger — of the nonprofit’s world love of jargon. Plus, The Commons in the Twin Cities. -
June 18, 2025
A Preview of Fundraising in a Recession?
Plus, an outspoken CEO defends the nonprofit sector; and Leonard Lauder’s legacy of giving -
June 17, 2025
A ‘Precarious Moment’ for Nonprofit Finances
Plus, Why the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ may spark positive change (opinion); and the Nonprofits Now podcast explores navigating leadership challenges -
June 16, 2025
20,000 Have Lost Nonprofit Jobs. Here Are 6 of Them
Plus, tips for winning six-figure grants; and $50 million goes to support autism research -
June 13, 2025
‘Not Business as Usual’ — an L.A. Grant Maker Doubles Payout
Plus, an Indigenous leader’s message to nonprofits; and a letter to the editor defends traditional philanthropy -
June 12, 2025
Overwhelmed? An Expert Has Tips to Cope
Plus, why philanthropy should fund security for members of Congress (opinion); and advice for winning general operating support -
June 11, 2025
A Bet by National Funders on Local Solutions
Communities are coming together to fix local problems as Washington burns with division. Plus, author Barbara Kingsolver on how philanthropy can help rural America. -
June 11, 2025
20,000 Nonprofit Jobs Eliminated This Year
Plus, the Chronicle talks to Valerie Jarrett about building a strong executive team -
June 10, 2025
Opinion: ‘Top Chef’s’ Recipe for DEI Success
Plus, how to raise more from DAF donors; and an effort to boost volunteerism -
June 9, 2025
The Evolution of Melinda French Gates
Plus, Lambda Legal’s fundraising success; and Colgate University brings in $105 million