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As establishment philanthropy defends its position in American society, it would do well to tend to more than just one flank.| Philanthropy Daily
Philanthropy has had many phases, but the bottom line is that you cannot have transformational change without transformational relationships.| Nonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.
The gingerbread houses have moved into Highland Park Village. The popular Gingerbread Stroll is back, and this year’s edition comes with a milestone — 15 years of pastry-powered holiday cheer. The annual exhibition and silent auction, presented by Allie Beth Allman & Associates, returns to Highland Park Village Nov. 14 through Nov. 30, bringing a…| CandysDirt.com
As establishment philanthropy defends its position in American society, it would do well to tend to more than just one flank.| Philanthropy Daily
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Mike Erdman Automotive has launched its annual “Fill the Truck” Food Drive, a month-long community effort aimed at supporting families across Brevard County during the holiday season. [...] The post Mike Erdman Automotive Kicks Off 2025 ‘Fill the Truck’ Food Drive to Support Brevard Families appeared first on Space Coast Daily.| Space Coast Daily
Even powerhouse nonprofits can falter when mission creep sets in. Here's how organizations can evolve boldly -- without losing their way.| PITCH
Giving Tuesday: Kindness is the Currency That Connects Us Funding Opportunities / Philanthropy / Why Get Involved Where Generosity Grows, Community Thrives In a world that often feels divided and busy, kindness still finds a way. It shows up quietly in small, ordinary moments. A smile from a familiar or new face. A moment of… The post Giving Tuesday: Kindness is the Currency That Connects Us appeared first on Banff Canmore Foundation.| Banff Canmore Foundation
Editors’ Note: Peter Kurie discusses the parallels between two American nonprofits that control major for-profit corporations: the OpenAI Foundation, on paper now the wealthiest philanthropic organization in the U.S., and the Hershey Trust, the subject of his 2018 book, In Chocolate We Trust. OpenAI is, at this moment, the most important startup in the world, … Continue reading →| HistPhil
Philanthropist and novelist MacKenzie Scott has made a new series of transformative unrestricted donations to Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The post MacKenzie Scott donates millions to HBCUs appeared first on THE FEED.| THE FEED
Shakila Guevara Stahl (B’15), a first-generation college graduate and alumna of the Georgetown Scholars Program (GSP) discusses the inspiration for and impact of the Stahl Summer Scholars Program Fund, which she and her husband, Dr. Stephen Stahl, established to support first-generation college students pursuing summer internships. The post ‘I wanted to support the place that gave me so much’ appeared first on THE FEED.| THE FEED
On National Philanthropy Day, November 15, we celebrate the generosity that fuels our community and thank those who give, volunteer, and care for their neighbors. And this year, we’ve seen firsthand how quickly thousands of families can be pushed into crisis. The spirit of giving means more than ever. The Moment We’re In Many . . . [Read More]| United Way of the Plains
It has been an inspiring season for education freedom in New Hampshire - one defined by expanding opportunity, powerful storytelling, and a shared belief| Children’s Scholarship Fund – New Hampshire
Many veterans live with service-related mental health conditions. Philanthropic support is needed more than ever The post Three ways to give Canadian veterans the supports they need appeared first on Canadian Family Offices.| Canadian Family Offices
Here's the full video and transcript of this Canadian Family Offices panel session The post Video: Our expert panel on the ‘Next Generation’ appeared first on Canadian Family Offices.| Canadian Family Offices
Learn how to plan mission-driven events, strengthen collaboration, manage budgets wisely, and build lasting relationships that drive real impact in this guide.| re: charity
Find your foundation voice and story in this new masterclass for healthcare foundation chief executives and marketing leaders. The post Finding Your Foundation Voice and Story Masterclass appeared first on Forum for Healthcare Strategists.| Forum for Healthcare Strategists
LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine invested Tim Langford, M.D., professor and chair of the Department of Urology in the College of Medicine, in the Steven K. Wilson Endowed Chair in Prosthetic Urology during an Oct. 28 ceremony. “This is a tremendous honor for me, and I...| UAMS News
LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) received a $250,000 gift from Marcia M. Smith to create the Phillip Lance Smith, M.D., Fund for Excellence in Interventional Radiology for the benefit of the UAMS Department of Radiology in the College of Medicine. The gift was made in recognition of Smith’s late...| UAMS News
How my lived experience as both charity recipient and fundraiser taught me that true stewardship should center community, not cash...| CCF
Two dogs trained at Mississippi State University have recently graduated as service dogs and are now working, marking firsts for Puppies with a Purpose, a student organization that raises and trains future guide and service animals. Phoenix, a black Labrador retriever, now serves as a facility dog at a military hospital through America’s VetDogs, and...| The Reflector
The fourth quarter of 2025 is here, and if you’re like most charitable givers, you’re probably starting to feel that familiar end-of-year pressure. Your inbox will soon be filled with... The post A Smarter Way to Navigate 2025’s Final Giving Stretch appeared first on DonorsTrust.| DonorsTrust
Adapted from a post by our friends and partners at DuPage Foundation The holidays are a joyous season that can be filled with many activities at a time when … Continue reading "Year End Giving Simplified" The post Year End Giving Simplified first appeared on The Conservation Foundation. The post Year End Giving Simplified appeared first on The Conservation Foundation.| The Conservation Foundation
Effective altruism, a 21st-century movement that encourages individuals to do the most good by donating to cost-effective causes, has been damaged by the collapse of FTX, which had funneled game-changing amounts of money in its direction, and the conviction of its founder, Sam Bankman-Fried, for stealing billions of dollars from customer accounts.| Worth
Inspired by prize-winning journalist Paul Salopek’s 24,000-mile walk across the globe, The Open Canopy invites students worldwide to slow down, share their stories, and connect across cultures in a one-of-a-kind virtual classroom.| Better Magazine
Fundraising is too often seen, at best, as a ‘necessary evil.’ When viewed this way, folks – staff and volunteers alike – understandably prefer not to touch it with a 10-foot pole. Who wants to place themselves on the side of ‘evil?’ Yipes stripes! But that’s not what fundraising is at all. The tagline for… The post Reframe Fundraising: Responsibility, Privilege and Opportunity appeared first on Clairification.| Clairification
When donors invest in educational freedom, the ripple effects can last for years. Few stories capture that better than Elizabeth “Lizzie” Orlowski’s. As a| Children’s Scholarship Fund – New Hampshire
The importance of giving back to build stronger communities has never been more important. This is particularly true in Northern Virginia, Marland and the District of Columbia as economic uncertainty and federal job losses have hit hard these communities hard this year. For organizations providing counseling and mental health support systems, these uncertain times place […] The post Giving Back to Build Stronger Communities: The Importance of Corporate Philanthropy appeared first on Moder...| Modern Marketing Today
It is time to use these tools to go beyond wealth ratings and fundraise “smarter.” When you make the shift to putting engagement first, it makes a massive difference for both your goals and the donor experience.| JGA Counsel
Seven foundations teamed up to boost the organization, which has seen its attendance rates nearly double post-Oct. 7| eJewishPhilanthropy
We will not build better advancement operations… – or sustain fundraising success – or build stronger cultures of philanthropy – or renew the philanthropic spirit …if we do not grasp... The post The Leadership Attribute We Need Most: Master Weaver appeared first on MarketSmart LLC.| MarketSmart LLC
But what is unrestricted funding, and what room is there for it in the philanthropic sector? More importantly, how will it change the way we manage programs, and how will it contribute to building more equitable and anti-colonial practices within a still-colonial system?| CCF
Peer-to-peer (P2P) fundraising allows donors to create their own page and garner donations in support of the Internet Archive. Every donation is tax-deductible, and 100% of all gifts raised directly […]| Internet Archive Blogs
Mary Kay MK5K 2025 raised $258K to support women’s cancer research, domestic violence programs, and empowerment initiatives.| Direct Selling Facts, Figures and News
Explore the impact of Oct. 7 on Jewish philanthropy. Discover how responses to crises shape giving and community resilience.| Baltimore Jewish Times
Introducing Your Fundraising Coach (by Lauren), a custom AI tool trained on decades of nonprofit fundraising expertise.| PITCH
Supporters filled the room on September 18 as the Children’s Scholarship Fund New Hampshire (CSFNH) hosted its Fall Donor Appreciation... The post Children’s Scholarship Fund NH Donor Appreciation Reception Celebrates Education Freedom Leaders Cordelli and Edelblut appeared first on Children’s Scholarship Fund – New Hampshire.| Children’s Scholarship Fund – New Hampshire
If you’ve ever run a marathon or know someone who has, you know they take preparation and stamina. Running a marathon and implementing a capital or comprehensive campaign have much in common. You wouldn’t show up at the starting line for either without putting in the necessary early work. And you wouldn’t start celebrating success at mile 17 when there’s still a long way to go. Here’s how the phases of a campaign compare to training for and completing a marathon. The post Campaigns ...| Inspiring Generosity. Strengthening Nonprofits. Creating Impact.
Inspiring Generosity. Strengthening Nonprofits. Creating Impact.| Inspiring Generosity. Strengthening Nonprofits. Creating Impact.
The Philanthropy 50 – The Chronicle of Philanthropy’s list of America’s biggest donors – was recently released for 2024. The headline? America’s top donors gave more than $16.2 billion. The full report is worth a read, with an analysis of giving trends and forward-looking predictions. The post What Inspires Big Gifts? Big Ideas appeared first on Inspiring Generosity. Strengthening Nonprofits. Creating Impact..| Inspiring Generosity. Strengthening Nonprofits. Creating Impact.
Inspiring Generosity. Strengthening Nonprofits. Creating Impact.| Inspiring Generosity. Strengthening Nonprofits. Creating Impact.
Many job descriptions claim to be looking for a fundraiser who will be “passionate about our mission.” That’s a good start, but a good fundraiser should be passionate about much... The post Fundraisers Need to Be Passionate About More Than Mission appeared first on MarketSmart LLC.| MarketSmart LLC
Too many fundraisers treat stewardship like the closing chapter. The thank-you note. The impact report. The ribbon-cutting ceremony. But in truth, the moment after the gift is when the real... The post Stewardship with Soul: Emotional Intelligence Beyond the Gift appeared first on MarketSmart LLC.| MarketSmart LLC
The most effective way to attract and engage new donors and raise the sights of existing ones is to draw them into the inner workings of our organizations.| MarketSmart LLC
From lost scientist to science advocate Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) has been part of Kristin Olson Smith’s story since she and her family moved to Banbury Lane in 1990. She remembers her introduction to the Laboratory well, as it came on her first day of high school—or, to be exact, the night afterward. “My... The post Catalyst: From lost scientist to science advocate appeared first on Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory.| Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
Something that looked like confetti was falling outside the window of Chris Meek’s office building at 111 Broadway in downtown Manhattan.| American Essence
Something that looked like confetti was falling outside the window of Chris Meek’s office building at 111 Broadway in downtown Manhattan.| American Essence
Retirement for founders and stepping back from the family business means redefining roles so they stay relevant without becoming a bottleneck| Canadian Family Offices
MELBOURNE, Fla., Sept. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Orion180 Insurance, a leading provider of flexible, customer-centric homeowners and flood insurance solutions, today announced a new matching gift campaign in collaboration with Team Rubicon, the veteran-led disaster response organization. Orion180 will match every dollar donated to Team Rubicon up to a total of $100,000, with proceeds supporting communities […]| Orion180
And we know the pieces are shifting. Philanthropy is in flux. DEI efforts are being re-evaluated or quietly shelved. Staff turnover is rattling once-stable institutions. Long-standing funding sources are vanishing. What remains, as my friend Stephanie Green Weizer says, is the “organic matter of our missions”—the values, love, and truth that can’t be extracted or destroyed. From this nutrient-rich core we can build something new.| CCF
Philanthropists should learn from the late John Bogle’s humility and localism. Because of his selfless business decisions, we had one less billionaire philanthropist and millions more middle-class givers spread throughout the world.| Philanthropy Daily
Learn simple strategies from parenting experts to help your child share what really happens at school each day.| Better Magazine
The fruit of one simple tree is feeding families, creating jobs, and helping the planet. See how breadfruit is transforming communities in Haiti and beyond.| Better Magazine
Why the Gupta family—major supporters of TIFF—gives to the arts, and how their philanthropy is rooted in humble beginnings.| Canadian Family Offices
Not many family office advisors are trained to make peace among their clients. How to promote unity and trust| Canadian Family Offices
From long term donors to individual giving to foundation grants and more, here are 10 recent donor trends you need to know. The post 10 Donor Trends You Need to Know appeared first on PITCH.| PITCH
At DonorsTrust we firmly believe a robust, thriving nonprofit sector is key to defending freedom. In the post below, Philanthropy Roundtable Visiting Fellow Jack Salmon outlines the importance of philanthropic... The post Why Nonprofits Must Reclaim Their Independence appeared first on DonorsTrust.| DonorsTrust
In the past two decades, global health governance has undergone a quiet revolution, shaped less by sovereign states and more by the growing influence of private capital. The World Health Organisati…| Developing Economics
Trina Bailey, an experienced fundraiser and public affairs strategist, becomes Alaska SeaLife Center’s Vice President of Advancement.| Alaska Business Magazine
The Same House, an Atlanta-based community service organization, is holding its Beloved Benefit on August 14 at the Woodruff Arts Center. Each year, the benefit raises money for local organizations. This year’s organizations are Atlanta Technical College, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta, City of Refuge, Latin American Association, Morehouse School of Medicine, New Life Community Alliance, Partners for...| Georgia Trend Magazine
In today’s hostile political climate, philanthropy must move beyond performative gestures and into authentic partnership.| YES! Magazine
Warren Buffett donates $1.15 billion to his family foundations| The Rational Walk
Austin Seminary seeks a Vice President for Institutional Advancement to oversee its comprehensive and integrated alumni engagement program and provide strategic direction for cultivating philanthropic giving. Located in Austin, Texas, Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary prepares pastors, educators, missionaries, and chaplains for the work of Christ’s church, offering graduate degrees and lifelong learning programs for those seeking leadership development and spiritual renewal. The id...| TWB Fundraising Blog
It is time to use these tools to go beyond wealth ratings and fundraise “smarter.” When you make the shift to putting engagement first, it makes a massive difference for both your goals and the donor experience. The post Fundraise Smarter: Three Ways that Data Can Transform Your Donor Engagement appeared first on JGA Counsel.| JGA Counsel
In racing, that’s about fast cars. In fundraising, it’s about winning for the donor at high speed to meet your mission goals. There are four lessons from F1 strategy that directly apply to donor engagement.| JGA Counsel
So many people think foundation fundraising is all about writing grants, and that renewing a foundation grant is all about writing a really good report. It’s not. I’m here to tell you that if you are not treating Program Officers like major donors – if the only time you reach out to them is when […]| Philanthropy without Borders
Read our insights into the just-released research from Giving USA: The Annual Report on Philanthropy for 2024.| JGA Counsel
In Chicago’s West Garfield Park, MAAFA tackles gun violence by healing relationships, restoring dignity, and empowering young people to lead lasting community change.| Better Magazine
Every time I edit and produce one of our podcast episodes, I fall in love with the episode so that each one becomes my favorite. Clearly, I’m not impartial. But even so, THIS is a great episo…| The Heart of the Matter
Music Theater Works’ 2025 Producers Gala raised a record-breaking $220,000 with 200 guests enjoying performances, auctions, and the Joyce Ruth Saxon Award presentation.| Better Magazine
The intellectual movement that calls itself longtermism is an outgrowth of Effective Altruism (EA), a utilitarianism-inspired philanthropic programme founded just over a decade ago by Oxford philosophers Toby Ord and William MacAskill. EA, which claims to guide charitable giving to ...| Radical Philosophy
MISSION Tuesday’s Angels is a nonprofit Section 501(c)3 Organization that provides funding on an emergency basis to men, women and children with HIV/AIDS. Website The post Tuesday’s Angels, Inc. appeared first on Funders for LGBTQ Issues.| Funders for LGBTQ Issues
Nonprofit sponsors support fundraising events to boost brand recognition. Improve their return on investment and win a loyal sponsor for life with these tips.| re: charity
An injury to one is an injury to all. This needs to be the mantra for philanthropy today, if authoritarianism is to be turned back.| Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
As Goodman Theatre approaches its 2025/2026 Centennial Season, the theater’s commitment to storytelling beyond the stage is stronger than ever. Through education and engagement programs that reach Chicagoans of all ages — from toddlers experiencing live performance for the first time to older adults reflecting on their lives through storytelling — the Goodman fosters meaningful […]| Better Magazine
Every night, when the sun goes down, more than one billion people around the world are plunged into total darkness. For many of us, flipping on a light is second nature. But for families living in extreme poverty, darkness brings danger, lost opportunity, and hopelessness. Without light, education stalls, entrepreneurship fades, and economic freedom slips […]| Better Magazine
In this landscape, nonprofits have one major advantage—their work centers on impact and fuels change, two things that people care deeply about. The post Cut Through the Noise: 3 Creative Ways Nonprofits Can Communicate Their Mission with Heart and Clarity appeared first on JGA Counsel.| JGA Counsel
As fundraisers, we often ask others to give their time, talent, and treasure to support causes that matter. But how often do we truly embrace those roles ourselves? The post Three Mistakes to Avoid with Your Fundraising Data appeared first on JGA Counsel.| JGA Counsel
As fundraisers, we often ask others to give their time, talent, and treasure to support causes that matter. But how often do we truly embrace those roles ourselves? The post Why Fundraisers Should Volunteer as Board Members and Be Donors appeared first on JGA Counsel.| JGA Counsel
When I’m asked, “How are you?,” my knee-jerk reaction is to quickly just say, “Fine” or “Good.” But a couple of years ago, I remember being stopped in my tracks when an acquaintance paused after my automatic reply and asked me again, “How are you, really, dear?” She saw right through my hasty answer and […]| Better Magazine
by Phil Buchanan in CEP...Just in the past weeks I’ve heard leaders at philanthropic funders say things like ‘we’re trying to be small right now,’ ‘the lawy ...| omega.ngo
Countdown to Extinction: One Decade to Save African Penguins Ten years. Ten years is all that likely stands between the African Penguin becoming functionally Extinct-in-the-Wild. African Penguin numbers in South...| National Aviary
The San Francisco-based Center for Gender and Refugee Studies provides technical assistance to support the legal representation of unaccompanied migrant children. Recent actions by the Trump administration have put these efforts at risk.| Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
by Hans Taparia and Bruce Buchanan in The New York Times...With one hand they generate supernormal profits by plundering society, and with the other they do ...| omega.ngo
Richard Alexander Over the last decade, Richard Alexander L’82 has navigated his chosen profession (the law) and his chosen passion (Syracuse University and ...| SU News
John Chawner ’84 holds a disk of aluminum that was part of a testing device for supersonic airflow he created during his time at the University. Chawner rec ...| SU News
Jim Derry, CEO of Field Fastener joins this 🎧 podcast episode to share his journey in distribution, key leadership insights, and essential business strategies.| Driven
Explore the current endeavors of Bill Gates' children—Jennifer, Rory, and Phoebe—as they blend personal passions with professional pursuits in 2025| CEO Today
Discover Melinda Gates' journey before marrying Bill Gates, from her education to a successful career at Microsoft.| CEO Today
More than 70% of the world’s population lives under an autocratic leader. In fact, today there are only 34 liberal democracies – the lowest number in more than 25 years. How can we reverse that trend? In episode 70 of Giving Ventures, we talk with World Liberty Congress, Human Rights Foundation, and Ideas Beyond Borders.| DonorsTrust
Discover Bill Gates' winning habits, from reading 50 books a year to giving back through philanthropy and staying fit daily.| CEO Today
Discover how Melinda Gates balances philanthropy, self-care, and personal passions with her structured daily routine.| CEO Today
Explore the life and work of Melinda French Gates, her advocacy, Pivotal organisation, and dedication to women's empowerment.| CEO Today
“In this world,” Benjamin Franklin famously wrote, “nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” Doctor Franklin left out the certainty of government inefficiency. My conviction that...| DonorsTrust
If you’ve ever spent hours crafting a development plan, only to watch it gather dust, you’re not alone. Many nonprofits fall into the same traps, leading to ineffective strategies, frustrated teams, and unmet goals. The good news? These pitfalls are avoidable with a little awareness and a few strategic adjustments. Let’s explore the most common […] The post The Pitfalls of Development Plans and How to Avoid Them appeared first on Philanthropy without Borders.| Philanthropy without Borders
When done well, a development plan can serve as a powerful roadmap—aligning your team, clarifying priorities, and putting an end to the chaos of feeling like you’re constantly winging it. And yet, so many nonprofits have operated for years without one. Why? Because the true purpose of a development plan is often misunderstood. Many Development […] The post From Dusty to Dynamic: The Real Purpose of Development Plans appeared first on Philanthropy without Borders.| Philanthropy without Borders
If you’ve worked in the nonprofit sector long enough, you’ve likely encountered these stories—and they may have even happened to you: The Board increase the revenue goals for next year but provide no additional investment in fundraising staffing or infrastructure to support those lofty targets. Or how about when you’re halfway through the year and […]| Philanthropy without Borders
Looking to drive more impact for your cause through matching gifts? Learn how to get started with and establish exclusive one-off matching gift programs.| re: charity
Every day, the American Red Cross is on the front lines, helping communities in need and bringing hope, comfort and care to those facing their darkest moments. As the interim CEO of the American Red Cross of Illinois, I’ve witnessed firsthand the life-changing impact of our work. That’s why this year’s 13th Annual Day of […]| Better Magazine
Nurse-Family Partnership empowers new moms by pairing them with dedicated nurses who provide personalized support during pregnancy and early childhood, helping families build healthier, brighter futures.| Better Magazine
Helping our veterans and their families: Learn about the organizations providing assistance and support to those who have served.| Better Magazine
