Controversy about the impact of testing on students has grown into a national protest movement.
Student Testing: A Flashpoint for Debate about National Educational Policy
Alabama’s Justice Moore Wins MLK-Themed Award for Work against Gay Marriage
It’s troubling to find a group of African-American pastors giving Alabama Supreme Court Chief Justice Roy Moore an award for his strident opposition to the U.S. Supreme Court’s approval of same-sex marriage.
From the Global Philanthropy Forum: 50 Million Refugees and Climbing
There are now fifty million refugees displaced by war and conflict, the largest number since the end of World War II. NGOs have to focus on the politics of the issue as well as respond to the humanitarian needs involved.
Return to Sender—No Such Charity
Rebecca Carroll’s will left $700,000 to “the Lynchburg branch of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.” However, there’s a problem with that—no charity exists by that name.
State Audits on the Way for University Foundations in North Dakota
The state legislature in North Dakota has redefined the scope of the state auditor to include the ability to audit not only state universities, but also the private foundations that are affiliated with them.
Why Philanthropy Should Push Back Against the Business Mindset
Giving more money to altruistic initiatives should make those programs stronger, right? Not necessarily. Even some of the most well-known, well-intentioned programs have fallen short of their promises, especially ones funded on hunches instead of data.
Tales from the Nonprofit Crypt
Over the years, I have heard way too many stories about bad endings between CEOs and nonprofits.
Disability Protesters Arrested at White House to Mark 25 Years of the ADA
Direct action this week at the White House has made a point with the executive branch and the public that persons with disabilities have civil rights to be protected and advanced—particularly in light of the 25th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Penalty Phase of Tsarnaev Trial Highlights Survivors’ and Public’s Views on Death Penalty
Many arguments have been used by nonprofits and NGOs in fighting the death penalty, but these survivor statements raise another painful concern.
Crowdfunding Emerges as Key to Online Journalism in Europe
Innovative business models and new approaches are critical if news organizations are to survive the digital crunch.
California Legislation Would Redefine Community Benefit at Nonprofit Hospitals
U.S. nonprofit hospitals are expected to provide “community benefit” services to fulfill their role as local charities. But the law has been inexact on what that responsibility means.
Breach of Contract is Basis of New Legal Action against Sweet Briar College
The many objectors to the closing of Sweet Briar College are generating a number of legal approaches to blocking that closure.