The articles in this issue of The Foundation Review run the gamut from reports on tightly defined research and evaluation to broad theoretical discussions about the nature of philanthropy and foundations.
Many question the influence of anonymous donors on research priorities, policy questions, institutional reputations, and more — and whether stakeholders have the right to know who is behind these resources.
Research demonstrates how Black women and other leaders of color are grappling with pay inequities, unrealistic expectations from boards and staff, and a generalized lack of support in their positions in philanthropy.
For this issue of The Foundation Review, authors were encouraged to explore their personal experiences with using the Equitable Evaluation Framework™.
Our 2024 Trends report examines topics including AI the nonprofit workplace, the glass cliff crisis among leaders of color, fiscal sponsorship, AAPI community philanthropy, the rise of influencer philanthropy, and more.
The U.S. Census Bureau has proposed updating and expanding federal protocols for collecting data on race and ethnicity. If adopted, the changes will impact nonprofits, foundations, and more.
Recent research illustrates the undeniable rise of funder collaboratives. These new partnerships are a starting point for change — and for moving hundreds of millions of dollars.
This issue of The Foundation Review highlights examples of systems-change philanthropy, community-building philosophy, the evolution of foundation staff roles, place-based efforts, and more.
Author Sofia Michelakis argues that wealth should not be defined solely by financial capital, but rather more holistically, incorporating human capital and the value of reciprocity, for the benefit of all.
The U.S. Congress appears increasingly interested in philanthropy’s spending habits — from donor-advised funds and foundation payout rates to the influence and reach of wealthy individual philanthropists.