In the state of Michigan and the cities of Chicago and Oakland, task forces have been formed to improve care for coronavirus in communities of color.
Communities Mobilize to Reduce Racial Disparities in COVID-19 Cases
Clean Water: A Rare Victory for the Little Guys at the US Supreme Court
A multi-year dispute over water contamination in Hawaii nears resolution, with the Supreme Court ruling that if it looks like point-source water pollution, it probably is.
COVID-19 Reveals the Vital Importance of Labor Rights
How many times must essential workers die from COVID-19 before the US learns why workers need labor rights?
Voices from the Field: How Fiscal Sponsors Can Support Social Change
Fiscal sponsors are often perceived as little more than providers of payroll and accounting services. But their potential is so much greater.
Human Resources: Balancing Urgency & Equity during COVID-19
Managing staff during the COVID-19 shutdown presents unique challenges. Are there ways to promote equity even amidst the crisis?
A Year of Budget Revisions Lies ahead for Many Nonprofits
While most of us like to keep budget revisions at a minimum through the year, in 2020 we should probably have a board staff committee on call.
A Creepy Distraction from Coronavirus
This week, the Yorkshire Museum in the UK challenged the world’s museums to post their “creepiest objects”—and boy, did they comply.
This Round of Paycheck Protection Money May Already Be Spent
Bank industry groups warn that much of the money in the next round of PPP loans may be earmarked for prior applicants. Concentrating on small lenders could be wise.
FDA’s Low Bar on Testing Kits Could Drive a Second Wave of Coronavirus
Our collective well-being appears predicated on a comprehensive testing regimen, yet the administration’s approach continues to be plagued with quality problems.
Navajo Mobilize to Contain COVID-19 Outbreak
The Navajo, based in Arizona and New Mexico, are hard hit by the novel coronavirus. But using physical distancing, they aim to bring the outbreak under control.
A Dialogue: Governing in a Time of Crisis
As the pandemic creates an unprecedented environment for nonprofits, boards will play a critical role in helping directors and staff manage the many challenges.
Harvard Moves to Decarbonize on a Lazy 30-Year Timeline
The students and faculty have been spoken, and Harvard heard their pleas—sort of. Harvard says it will move toward net-zero emissions but won’t get there until 2050.