Building Financially Resilient Nonprofits: Lessons From the Field
“Resilience” is a favorite buzzword these days, but what does it really mean, and how can grantmakers and nonprofits take practical steps toward achieving it?
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Whither Big Philanthropy
A growing chorus of critics are questioning whether big philanthropy is actually a good thing.
The Hidden Costs of Public Contracting
Nonprofits need a strategy to ensure that public dollars don’t put them in the red.
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An Open-Data Approach to Transform Grantmaking
Proposals for grants can offer a wealth of ideas and information to the nonprofit community, if foundations take the right steps.
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How Grantmakers Can Use Power Mindfully to Advance Equity
While there are many potential barriers to utilizing power ethically and responsibly, funders can—and must—overcome them to truly advance equity and justice.
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Wielding Philanthropic Power with Accountability
By speaking up about money and acknowledging the many choices they have, funders can more effectively channel their full spectrum of resources to achieve change.
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Diversifying Perspectives and Sharing Power at a Family Foundation
Bringing non-family members, people with diverse perspectives, and professional advisors into decision-making can help family foundations take greater risks and bolder action toward their missions.
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The Politics of Impact
An excerpt from Jed Emerson’s The Purpose of Capital: Elements of Impact, Financial Flows, and Natural Being
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Wielding Philanthropic Leadership With, Not For
Being a courageous and ethical leader in philanthropy means learning to listen, and sharing our power by encouraging, empowering, and enabling others.
Going Local 2.0: How to Reform Development Agencies to Make Localized Aid More Than Talk
Global aid agencies must shift from just agreeing to “go local” to preparing development experts for the task.