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Philanthropy 1992–2022: Budgets Swelled and Certain Nonprofit Types Flourished

November 1, 2022

By Johnson Center for Philanthropy

As part of the Johnson Center’s 30th anniversary, Michael Moody reflects on what philanthropy looked like 30 years ago and highlights the remarkable transformation and growth of the sector since 1992. (Part 2 of 4)

Philanthropy 1992–2022: Giving Changed — How Much, Where To, and Who From

November 1, 2022

By Johnson Center for Philanthropy

As part of the Johnson Center’s 30th anniversary, Michael Moody reflects on what philanthropy looked like 30 years ago and highlights the remarkable transformation and growth of the sector since 1992. (Part 1 of 4)

Slow Train Coming: Taking Time for Community-Driven Systems Change

October 25, 2022

By Johnson Center for Philanthropy

A new generation of funders is radically challenging how the sector defines and achieves its goals — arguing that shifting power to communities is both more ethical and effective for long-term impact.

Nonprofits Are Questioning Their Use of Facebook

October 18, 2022

By Johnson Center for Philanthropy

As we learn more about how Facebook is causing harm to civil society, nonprofit organizations are starting to ask themselves a difficult question: should we stop using Facebook?

Philanthropy and the Sharing Economy: Research Questions for the Nonprofit Sector

October 11, 2022

By Johnson Center for Philanthropy

Dr. Sedat Yuksel examines the on-demand/sharing economy and how sharing behaviors might influence philanthropic giving.

Don’t Start a Nonprofit. Start a Giving Circle.

September 27, 2022

By Johnson Center for Philanthropy

Nonprofits are a popular way to give back. However, they are not the only option — or even the best option, oftentimes. Giving circles are an excellent alternative that may provide greater impact with lower effort.

Concept to Credential: Advancing Nonprofit Board Leadership Opportunities

September 20, 2022

By Johnson Center for Philanthropy

West Michigan community leaders came together in 2016 to develop a plan to foster more inclusive nonprofit boardrooms. The resulting project helped inform the Johnson Center’s new curriculum and microcredential for board service.

Innovations in Talent Investment for Individuals, Organizations, and Communities

September 7, 2022

By Johnson Center for Philanthropy

Nonprofits and foundations are increasingly investing in their talent through options like fellowships, remote work, sabbaticals, and distributed leadership models.

The Community Investment Network and the Fierce Urgency of Now

August 16, 2022

By Johnson Center for Philanthropy

In honor of Black Philanthropy Month, Marsha Morgan shares how the Community Investment Network lifts up Black philanthropy by supporting giving circles and Black donors.

One Health and Animal Protection Philanthropy: A Growing Sub-Sector

August 2, 2022

By Johnson Center for Philanthropy

As we better understand how our relationships with animals — as sources of food, labor, co-carriers of diseases, etc. — affect our health and theirs, a fast-growing sub-sector is focused on improving outcomes for all.

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