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A Creature of Its Environment: View from a Community Foundation
All politics is local, some famous politician once said, and a lot of philanthropy would be well served by understanding the importance of understanding and connecting to the culture and dynamics of the communities foundations serve. That is one of the messages of Alicia Philipp, the longtime president of The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta, reminding national foundations—and all of us—“community foundations are as different as the local communities” they serve.
Google Launches New App for Philanthropy
Google’s new mobile app aims to make fundraising easier for nonprofits by linking charities to potential donors.
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Few things are more loathed by the public than taxes, and our cultural models encourage us to view government as something to be resisted and our tax system as a ...
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Support and Fundraising for Marathon Victims a Rich Mix of Civic Action
The tragedy in Boston has inspired many people to lend a hand. NPQ takes a look at some of the action underway.
The Role of Risk At The Heart of Philanthropy
Despite talk of risk assumption by foundations, we don’t necessarily see compelling evidence.
Is Overaggressive Philanthropy Subverting Social Contract?
Are Philanthropists overstepping their bounds and using their donations to steer policy rather than simply fund good ideas?
TIME’s 100 Most Influential People from Nonprofit Perspective
NPQ puts three of TIME’s top 100 on pedestals to show off their philanthropic chops.
Charity Athletics: ROI Should be Measured Long Term
Charity races may generate goodwill among the community and cultivate donors. But do these activities pay off in the long run?
Sued by Donor for $7.5M, University Ups the Ante and Countersues for $9M
In their latest go-round, Georgetown asserts that not only do they not owe Scott Ginsburg any money, he owes them millions in unpaid pledges.
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