Why does the federal Momnibus now only say ‘Black’ one time? The answer depends on who you ask.
The Word ‘Black’ Has Disappeared From a Set of Bills Aimed at Addressing Black Maternal Health
When the Board Pipeline Runs Dry
Facing major board turnover without a succession plan, a small organization hit the limits of its networks and capacity—making it clear that bringing in new voices would require outside support and a more intentional approach.
Feeling Invisible, Many Disabled Caregivers Also Need Support
Over a third of family caregivers in the U.S. have disabilities — and are more likely to be caregivers than people without disabilities.
Right in Our Backyard: Community-Based Organizations and the Potential to Build a New Democracy
Community-based organizations are the building blocks for a stronger foundation of our democracy. We should tap into their power to move beyond our current crises to create a better future for all.
Built for a Time Such as This: How ABFE Used a Tumultuous Time in History to Uplift Its Community
A new report by ABFE, A Philanthropic Partnership for Black Communities, speaks to how Black leaders in corporate philanthropy continue their work to support Black communities amid a shifting political paradigm.
Why Doesn’t the Impact of Air Pollution Resonate with Donors?
The world’s most polluted countries are located in Africa and Asia, and they’re not receiving their share of philanthropic funding to tackle poor air quality.
What I Found on the Other Side of Being Pushed Out
After being pushed out of her role while on medical leave, one senior nonprofit leader found a determination to name what the sector too often refuses to: that the pipeline isn’t broken, the courage to hire and trust Black women leaders is.
When She Didn’t Grow Up Seeing Herself in Books, She Became the Librarian She Never Had
When Cassie Owens Moore couldn’t find herself in books as a child, she became the librarian she never had—building a school library in South Carolina where every student can see themselves on the shelves.
Political Education Is Essential for Real Change: Here’s What Funders Must Know
Political education is essential for philanthropy to achieve the transformative change it seeks to create. Here’s why.
American Homes Need Heat Pumps, Not Space Heaters
The ultraefficient appliances don’t just have to supplant gas furnaces, but space heaters as well.
Build the Bench Before the Board
By redesigning the board recruitment process to center relationships and shared purpose, organizations can build early buy-in and create a broader leadership pipeline beyond filling board seats.
The Prosecution of the Southern Poverty Law Center and the Tradition of Citizen-Led Investigation
The Trump administration’s indictment of the Southern Poverty Law Center marks a new escalation against progressive organizations and raises urgent questions about civil society independence.