Grounded in Purpose: What Philanthropy Can Learn From Psychology
In the midst of what feels like chaos, we urge the sector to move beyond recognizing and naming the existential threats we are collectively experiencing and to take action.
Category: Grantmakers & Donors
Artificial Intelligence and Philanthropy
This issue features articles on the use of AI in philanthropy, highlighting leaders who forged ahead while acknowledging risks, deploying AI for different purposes, and then thoughtfully reflecting on their experiences.
Public Trust in Transition
Building on previous research, we examine the extent to which the public trusts nonprofits, government, corporations, and others, and whether that trust is consistent across sectors and sub-sectors.
The Current Landscape of Hybrid and Remote Work Across U.S. Workers
The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the adoption of hybrid work models, especially in nonprofits. Despite initial shifts, the majority of U.S. workers have returned to fully on-site work, challenging assumptions about the prevalence of remote work.
The Power of Listening to Communities
Articles in this issue share the core premise that all funder listening is not equally beneficial. How listening is defined and how funders put it into action make a major difference in what listening can accomplish.
Inside The Foundation Review, Volume 17, Issue 1
The articles in Volume 17, Issue 1 of The Foundation Review each tell us something about a concept that is top-of-mind today: our ability to be resilient in the face of significant challenges or change.
The Movement to Fund Democracy is Learning Important Lessons
Since the 2016 election, billions of dollars have been invested in areas like voting rights, fair elections, and civil discourse. But challenges like inequitable access to civic resources and a “boom-and-bust” funding cycle persist.
More Foundations Opt for Planned Lifespans and Spend-Down Strategies
An increasing number of philanthropic families and foundations are choosing a spend-down, or limited-life, approach to their giving, and lessons and legacies are already beginning to emerge.
Social Justice Donors vs. Mainstream Wealthy Donors: A Comparative Analysis
A new report reveals social justice donors’ intentional focus on systemic issues, broader giving, and strategic philanthropy, in stark contrast with general wealthy donors.
Democracy, Equity, and Power
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.