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Philanthropy’s Seven Deadly Sins

By Ali Webb | March 15, 2018

Many NPQ readers will be familiar with the biblical sins of envy, gluttony, greed, lust, pride, sloth, and wrath. But philanthropy has its own set of sins. By being aware of these, and acting to avoid them, we can help ensure that philanthropy truly benefits the communities that it aims to serve.

Crearte: Art and Identity in Puerto Rico’s Rebuilding

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Two Philanthropic Approaches to Strengthening Puerto Rico

Philanthropy in the South: The Urgent Case and Some Guidance for Foundations and Nonprofits

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In Scotland, a Social Enterprise Leader Outlines a Transformative Vision

By Steve Dubb | April 17, 2018

In Scotland, 5,600 social enterprises already employ over 81,000 people and generate over £3.8 billion in annual revenues. But for at least one Scottish social enterprise leader, this is just the beginning of a broader process of economic and social transformation.

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Why Philanthropy Is Interested in Facebook’s Social Data

By David Karpf | April 13, 2018

This partnership joins the social media giant, academic researchers, and several large foundations in an attempt to radically reshape the state of research on social media, civic engagement, and political participation. With that comes some risk.

Donor-advised funds

Starting to Demystify the Donor-Advised Fund

By Ruth McCambridge | April 13, 2018

In Ireland, a community foundation aims to break the air of mystery around donor-advised funds.

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A Nonprofit Buys a Blighted Motel in the Name of Neighborhood Well-Being

By Steve Dubb | April 11, 2018

For years, North Philadelphia residents had called police to come to a motel on a troubled corner. Finally, a nonprofit with deep pockets decided that the easiest solution was to buy the property.

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Nonprofit Monkey in the Middle: Corporate Giving and Political Influence

By Sean Watterson | April 9, 2018

Having trouble getting that corporate foundation gift? Try adding a well-placed politician to the board!

billionaire philanthropy

Collateral Damages: The Broken Crockery Approach of “New Philanthropy”

By Martin Levine | April 6, 2018

Does billionaire philanthropy necessarily involve breaking things in the name of disruption? If so, what comes next?

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When a Nonprofit Decision Is Strategic but Not Mature: Reflections on the United Way Movement

By Ruth McCambridge | April 5, 2018

A nonprofit manager’s interesting reflection on the power of one identity-robbing decision in United Way’s history.

Philanthropy

A Peek Behind the Philanthropic Curtain: A Conversation with Hilary Pennington on Ford’s BUILD Initiative

By The Editors | April 5, 2018

In this special Facebook Live session, Ruth McCambridge speaks with Hillary Pennington, Ford’s executive vice president on the foundation’s BUILD initiative. They discuss what components it includes, and how it integrates with the foundation’s efforts to reduce inequality.

Foundation Grant making and Asset Use

Right-on-Time Philanthropy at Ralph C. Wilson: Big Money Meets a Looming Problem

By Ruth McCambridge | April 4, 2018

Among the distinguishing characteristics of the Ralph C. Wilson Foundation is that it’s positioned in the right place at the right time with a good deal of money to spend.

Philanthropy

The Big Shift: A City’s Philanthropic Landscape Shows Us Where the Money Is

By Ruth McCambridge | April 3, 2018

Every locality is different, but in the Twin Cities, the relative trajectories of the United Way and the donor advised funds at local foundations appear to be crossing.

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