Philanthropy Today

In an effort to stop the revolving door between shelters and the street for homeless people, Seattle and surrounding King County have made their shelters more private and quieter. The private and semiprivate spaces that replaced dorm-style accommodations have persuaded some residents to stay longer, allowing them to access more services, giving them a better shot at permanent housing. But the shelters have become jammed up as housing remains in short supply, and, as a result, it is more difficult to get in on any given night. (Seattle Times)

Background from the Chronicle: Affordable Housing: A Concern for Every Cause

More of the country’s wealthiest people are giving in ways that benefit themselves as well as the recipients of their largesse. Elon Musk has gotten significant tax relief by donating millions in cash and Tesla shares to entities, including his own foundation, that he can be reasonably sure will act as friendly shareholders in the electric-car maker. Others look to impact investing, putting their money into ventures that might have similar goals to charities, but have the potential to offer financial returns. (Axios)

More News

• Only 0.16% of all US charitable giving supports LGBTQ+ groups despite recent increases (Conversation)
  
  • Background from the Chronicle: LGBTQ Funding Doubled in a Decade, Yet Falls Short Amid Rising Attacks
• Private Schools Group Apologizes After Claims of Antisemitism at Event (New York Times)
• Americans now paid to play in Ryder Cup with $200K stipend and $300K to donate to charity (Associated Press)

Opinion

• Why philanthropic infrastructure investment holds promise for 2025 (Devex)
• Open-Government Nonprofits Are Dying Off Just When They’re Needed Most (Bulwark)

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