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Wealthy People Want to Give More. Why Aren’t They?
A small minority of the ultra-wealthy give at the highest levels. Here’s what they do, and how more donors can emulate them.
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Opinion | Watch Your Language
Why Philanthropy’s Democracy Talk Turns People Off
Here are the words that leave average Americans cold — and the language that could connect them to the billion-dollar fight to strengthen the country. -
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A Bipartisan Plan to Raise the Foundation Payout Rate
A modest 1 or 2 percent increase could significantly benefit the nonprofit sector. -
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7 Words That Can Restore Trust in Philanthropy
The language nonprofits use can push people away. Here’s how to invite them in and build connection. -
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Nonprofit Rights Are Under Attack. Here’s a 7-Part Playbook to Fight Back.
Labeling nonprofits as “extremists” is a dangerous step toward repression. Philanthropy must stand firm against such charges by adopting strategies that have worked well in other countries. -
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The Counterculture That Could Stop Political Violence
Amid the rage that followed Kirk’s assassination, young people are building a hopeful movement that could push the country away from violence and toward the change philanthropy seeks. -
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Kirk’s Killing Is Unleashing New Attacks on Civil Society. We Must Respond With Bravery.
Political violence must never become a pretext for crushing a strong and independent nonprofit sector. -
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Yes, We’re in a Crisis. No, You Shouldn’t Change Your Nonprofit’s Priorities.
What a concert played in the wake of 9/11 can teach the sector about how to respond to the current crisis. -
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A Rescue Plan for Local Public Media That Conservatives Will Love
Right-of-center donors would join with their progressive counterparts to replace lost federal funding — if the money went to local stations. -
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I Said No to Wealth Hoarding and Left My Family Foundation Behind
The author learned lessons from her family’s approach to philanthropy that convinced her a different path was needed — for her and the larger sector. -
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Trump Funding Cuts Show Why Nonprofits Should End Reliance on Federal Grants
Even when government dollars support good work, they often come with strings attached, making it harder for nonprofits to fulfill their missions and serve their communities.
