'I feel strongly that the resources of philanthropy — which are publicly subsidized by tax breaks — should be accessible to everyone, not just those with the right connections.' - 'The Inside Philanthropy Reader' by David Callahan, et al. a.co/iHl1B1O

“Despite his intention to end the DEI industry, he has yet to speak to someone who works in the field.” washingtonpost.com/technology/202…

With backing from funders like the Ballmer Group and TLL Temple Foundation, Partners for Rural Impact is expanding the scope of its work in the underinvested field of rural education to new states. buff.ly/3Hb7RWw

Facing another difficult election year, funders may want to take note of FCCFoundation in #Connecticut . It’s already seen notable success with its own bilingual get-out-the-vote campaign. #GOTV buff.ly/3ScELwn

According to Inside Philanthropy guest author Mike Nylund, scholarships as they’re currently awarded tend to exacerbate inequities in #highered . His argument: Donors should adopt a sharp focus on students with clear financial need. buff.ly/41NMW5o

As we say our goodbyes to another year of philanthropic highs and lows, it's time for Inside Philanthropy's latest round of philanthropy awards: the 2023 IPPYs! buff.ly/3RZgoCj

To some extent, trying and failing to solve big problems comes with the territory of #philanthropy . But sometimes, funders fail even to try, paying scant attention to issues well worth their dollars. Here are examples from this year. buff.ly/48zJXjh

A new report from Center for Effective Philanthropy finds that nonprofits have capably handled #MacKenzieScott ’s large and unrestricted gifts. So why are surveyed funding leaders still not sold on her approach? buff.ly/4aCFwpq

Tony Allen led Detroit’s Skillman Foundation before taking the helm of Minneapolis-based McKnight Foundation. Allen shares her thoughts on cross-sector work, criticisms of philanthropy, and what she misses most about Detroit. buff.ly/3RQpP6P

A new report from Ms. Foundation for Women looks at the toll of chronic underinvestment on the leadership of women and nonbinary people of color, and offers a new framework for funders looking to better support these leaders.buff.ly/3tnPGK1

The Four Freedoms Fund has been fighting for #immigrant rights for over 20 years. Fund leaders point to success in key states as a template for others interested in supporting the cause — and protecting #democracy . buff.ly/3TugcMr

In recent years, this NBA All-Star Kevin Love has opened up about his struggles with anxiety and depression, prompting him to launch the @KevinLoveFund, which focuses on the #mentalhealth and well-being of young people. buff.ly/3v8Vmbk

David Tepper runs a successful hedge fund and owns the NFL’s Carolina Panthers. His once-barebones giving operation is growing its grantmaking under the leadership of daughter Randi Tepper. Inside Philanthropy checked in to find out what changes are in store. buff.ly/3NyQWAF

Many environmental funders still did not share their diversity data with the sector’s annual report card from Green 2.0. Respondents did show diversity gains, though board diversity declined. buff.ly/3tgsL3n

The road to a Democratic House majority goes through #California , where 5 Republicans hold seats in districts Biden won in 2020. To help flip three of the winnable seats we recommend donors support CNC Education Fund. buff.ly/4aoHs4V

In a new letter published on MacKenzie Scott’s Yield Giving site, she announced $2.2 billion in donations to 360 organizations in 2023. Who were the big winners? What were her top priorities? Inside Philanthropy crunched the numbers. buff.ly/47kMoFr

I had a lot of fun writing this long piece looking at Larry Kramer's tenure as leader of the
Hewlett Foundation. buff.ly/4akXoVZ

As the largest wealth transfer in history takes place, fundraising trends don’t look so good for the arts. Sector stakeholders are trying to figure out how museums can better cultivate a rising generation of heirs. #artsfunding #philanthropy buff.ly/3t9V0AD

Known in part for his role as platoon leader Lt. Dan Taylor in #ForrestGump , actor Gary Sinise has been engaged in veterans-focused giving for decades. Inside Philanthropy connected with Sinise to get the inside story. buff.ly/4ahKvfm

Despite the bruising it’s taken over the past year, the giving movement still ticks some key boxes that’ll likely give it the momentum to continue playing a prominent role in #philanthropy , like it or not. buff.ly/41dIpcb