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With Thousands of Incarcerated Students Enrolled in Higher Education, How do We Measure Success?

November 13, 2024

By Johnson Center for Philanthropy

Leaders across philanthropy, higher ed, and government are wrestling with the traditional use of recidivism as a marker of success, and are considering alternative measures.

TikTok: A New Frontier for Philanthropy?

October 31, 2024

By Johnson Center for Philanthropy

TikTok users are embracing a new form of community-driven philanthropy by helping creators earn money through engagement, highlighting a unique, algorithm-fueled approach to mutual aid.

Democracy, Equity, and Power

October 21, 2024

By Johnson Center for Philanthropy

In this special 15th-anniversary issue on democracy, equity, and power, we explore the implications of the current climate at the intersection of philanthropy, social justice, and nonprofit support.

A Year of Reflection, Learning, and Action

October 16, 2024

By Johnson Center for Philanthropy

Fiscal year 2024 was a time of energizing and honest reflection for the Johnson Center — a year of learning and of action.

Michigan Coronavirus Task Force on Racial Disparities and Disaggregated Data

October 9, 2024

By Johnson Center for Philanthropy

Michigan’s task force improved data collection on racial disparities in COVID-19 to address systemic healthcare inequities.

A Wake-Up Call for Investing in the South

October 2, 2024

By Johnson Center for Philanthropy

Despite facing generational challenges, the U.S. South has seen relatively little institutional philanthropic investment. Major new investments and initiatives could spark a larger shift in attention and funding.

Affordable Housing is a National Crisis with a Distinct Local Impact

September 18, 2024

By Johnson Center for Philanthropy

This article explores how place-based funders and new collaboratives are working at the local level to address the widespread issue housing availability and affordability.

Influencer Philanthropy Is On the Rise, but the Platform Matters

September 4, 2024

By Johnson Center for Philanthropy

In a time of declining donor engagement and donation size, new partnerships and paradigms between social media influencers, nonprofits, and communities may be advantageous for all.

Meet Elizabeth Dale, Ph.D., the New Frey Foundation Chair for Family Philanthropy

August 21, 2024

By Johnson Center for Philanthropy

The Johnson Center is pleased to welcome Elizabeth Dale, Ph.D., as the second holder of the Frey Foundation Chair for Family Philanthropy.

The Fiscal Sponsorship Model: A Growing Trend in the Nonprofit Sector

July 24, 2024

By Johnson Center for Philanthropy

Launching a new nonprofit is complex and challenging work. But fiscal sponsorship is gaining ground as an increasingly popular alternative model — one that can lift a mission’s administrative burdens and accelerate the work.

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