In the face of the departure of the Ford Foundation’s Luis Ubiñas, William A. Schambra’s on the hunt for some truth to counteract the nonprofit world’s culture of polite silence.
Needed: More Lively and Critical Debate in the Nonprofit Sector
Snowden’s Employer Has Philanthropic Ties and Espionage Roots
Booz Allen Hamilton has an extensive corporate social responsibility agenda and strong connections to several of the nation’s top intelligence agencies. Do these two elements combine to say something about Edward Snowden’s whistleblowing?
Komen Finally Chooses a Successor to Brinker or So They Say
A new CEO has finally been chosen to succeed Nancy Brinker at Susan G. Komen for the Cure but what does that mean?
Mergers in Planned Parenthood Aim at Consolidating Power and Expanding Program
Planned Parenthood is paring down its national network in the midst of massive shifts in national healthcare policy and continuing political challenges. Will they find strength in mergers?
Pope Tiptoes Around Same-Sex Marriage
Pope Francis met with Justin Welby, the Archbishop of Canterbury, and affirmed their commitment to the “stability of families” without invoking the union between a man and a woman. If you think that this means a thawing of the Church’s stance on non-heterosexual marriages, though, you haven’t been paying attention.
The 10 Programs Cited for Creativity and Innovation by National Journal
The National Journal turns its spotlight to “ordinary Americans” taking initiative to address issues that challenge the nation. Now all we need is a government apparatus able and willing to support these kinds of endeavors.
More Staffing Changes at the IRS
The latest news concerning the IRS controversy include staffing changes, the FBI Director’s assertion to Congress that he doesn’t know anything about the FBI’s IRS investigation, and word that conservative groups have not been interviewed yet.
Hail To the Washington You-Know-Whos
Roger Goodell wrote an extensive letter to the Congressional Native American Caucus that attempted to rationalize and excuse the name of the Washington, D.C. football team. Is it possible that he’s speaking on behalf of all the NFL member teams?
U.S. Called on the Carpet by IMF for Sequester Shenanigans
In its annual review of the economy, the International Monetary Fund said that automatic spending cuts would “not only exert a heavy toll on growth in the short term, but…could also reduce medium-term potential growth.”
Giving USA 2013: Giving Coming Back Slowly and Different After Recession
Giving USA’s 2012 Report is out and although at first glance the report looked hopeful, a more though look indicates that this will likely be the slowest recovery in post-recession giving in history. And as the giving comes back, there may be components of the reported contributions pie that make the picture look rosier than it really is for many nonprofits. Read NPQ‘s analysis!
Oregon Sets 30% Program Spending Benchmark for Charities
If you were shocked by the “Worst Charities” list, you’ll take comfort in knowing the new Oregon law alerts donors to those charities who give less than 30 percent to their purported cause. However, as with many pieces of legislation, the devil of House Bill 2060 may be in the details.
AG: Motor City Can’t Sell Masterworks to Pay Down Debt
According to Michigan Attorney General Bill Schuette, Detroit can’t sell works of art from the Detroit Institute of Arts to solve its financial difficulties, even if the city is the owner of the art.