Giving Compass
  • Sign In
  • About Us
    About Giving Compass How We Choose Content and Organizations Annual Reflections Our Newsletter
    Collaboration Options
    Nonprofits Authors Use Our Content Services Contact Us
  • Getting Started
    Getting Started with Our Resources
    Donor Guides
    Philanthropy Resource Directory Giving Best Practices Guide to Nonprofit Ratings
  • Learn About Issues
    Topic Guides
    Animal Welfare COVID-19 Criminal Justice Disaster Relief Education Environment Health Homelessness Immigrants and Refugees Racial Equity Women and Girls
    Special Coverage
    Climate Change & Migration Climate Justice Digital Equity Education Indigenous Peoples LGBTQIA+ Mental Health Racial Justice Resources Reproductive Justice Strengthening Democracy
    Curated Articles
    Partner Collections Giving Compass Selections See All Articles
  • Give to Causes
    Issue Funds & Intermediaries Projects Nonprofits Giving Circle Directory
  • Get Involved
    Events Volunteer Opportunities
  • Solutions
  • Donate
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
Donate
  • Get the Newsletter
  • Sign In
  • Or
  • Register
Category:

Boards and Governance

  • This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators.
    Click here for more.

    How to Make an Impact Through Donor-advised Funds and Community Foundations

    Stanford Social Innovation Review Jan 12, 2020

    Giving Compass’ Take: • Giving with Impact podcast host Michael Gordon Voss speaks with Nicole Taylor, president and CEO of the Silicon Valley Community Foundation, and Kim Laughton, president of Schwab…

    •  Share
    • Save
    Share
  • This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators.
    Click here for more.

    Seattle’s Green New Deal

    Smart Cities Dive Jan 11, 2020

    Giving Compass’ Take: · According to Smart Cities Dive, Mayor Jenny Durkan of Seattle has signed an executive order which will advance the city’s Green New Deal.  · What is included…

    •  Share
    • Save
    Share
  • This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators.
    Click here for more.

    Assessing the Impact of Opportunity Zone Investments

    Urban Institute Jan 10, 2020

    Giving Compass’ Take: • Martha Fedorowicz shares how the urban Institute’s new tool (currently in beta) works to assess the potential social impacts of Opportunity Zone investments. • Are you ready to engage…

    •  Share
    • Save
    Share
  • This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators.
    Click here for more.

    Rising Corporate Sustainability Leaders for 2020

    GreenBiz Jan 6, 2020

    Giving Compass’ Take: • Here are 20 corporate sustainability leaders that are all C-suite executives noted for contributing to environmental, social, and governance issues in their businesses.  • How can donors…

    •  Share
    • Save
    Share
  • This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators.
    Click here for more.

    Funeral Costs Are Soaring — Here’s How States Can Help

    In Defense of Liberty Blog Jan 1, 2020

    Giving Compass’ Take: · Writing for the In Defense of Liberty Blog, Trevor Bratton takes a look at how states can help those in need with the rapidly rising costs of…

    •  Share
    • Save
    Share
  • This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators.
    Click here for more.

    The Basics of Nonprofit Board Responsibilities

    NonProfit Quarterly

    Giving Compass’ Take: • Herrington J. Bryce discusses the essential tasks of a nonprofit board of directors and other expectations of board members.  • Are you ready to take on…

    •  Share
    • Save
    Share
  • This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators.
    Click here for more.

    Five Signs That 2019 Was a Big Year for Women Entrepreneurs

    Inc. Dec 31, 2019

    Giving Compass’ Take: • From legal changes to startling growth, women entrepreneurs had much to celebrate in 2019 and Kimberly Weisul highlights these milestones. • How can this article help to…

    •  Share
    • Save
    Share
  • This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators.
    Click here for more.

    How to Create a Private Foundation

    Worth Magazine Dec 29, 2019

    Giving Compass’ Take: · Worth Magazine discusses how starting a private foundation for your passion can create more meaning in your life and provides helpful tips to avoid pitfalls. · What…

    •  Share
    • Save
    Share
  • This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators.
    Click here for more.

    Nonprofit Diversity Drives Focus on Racial Inequality

    The Conversation Dec 27, 2019

    Giving Compass’ Take: • Research on nonprofit diversity indicates that it is especially critical for nonprofits to diversity their staff as well as their board because employees of color drive…

    •  Share
    • Save
    Share
  • This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators.
    Click here for more.

    In 2020, Companies Face Pressure to Diversify Their Boards, Address Pay Gaps, and Expand Political Contribution Disclosure

    PR Newswire Dec 26, 2019

    Giving Compass’ Take: · In the upcoming year, companies will continue to face the ongoing pressure to address wage gaps, diversify their boards, and better disclose their support of political…

    •  Share
    • Save
    Share
  • This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators.
    Click here for more.

    The Trudeau Government Joins the Global Majority on Israel-Palestinian Relations

    Global Research Dec 26, 2019

    Giving Compass’ Take: · In one of its first major acts, Canada’s Trudeau government has sided with 166 other member states of the UN’s General Assembly regarding its position on resolution with…

    •  Share
    • Save
    Share
  • This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators.
    Click here for more.

    The Impact of Climate Change on Sustainable Seafood

    The New Food Economy Dec 20, 2019

    Giving Compass’ Take: • Nicolaas Mink explains that climate change has increased the temperature of the ocean, rendering formerly-sustainable fisheries unsustainable.  • How can funders help to ensure long-term food security…

    •  Share
    • Save
    Share
Newer Posts
Older Posts
Topics
Location
Date
Type
Date
Min. Investment
Show Only
Radius
Follow Us
Newsletter

Become a newsletter subscriber to stay up-to-date on the latest Giving Compass news.

About Us
  • About Giving Compass
  • In The News
  • Content at Giving Compass
Giving Compass Network
  • Giving Compass
  • X4Impact
Partnerships & Services
  • Nonprofits
  • Authors
  • Partner With Us
  • Contact Us

We are a nonprofit too. Donate to Giving Compass to help us guide donors toward practices that advance equity.

loyaltyDonate to Giving Compass
Trending Issues
  • Climate
  • Democracy
  • Education
  • Homelessness
  • Reproductive Justice
  • Copyright © 2026, Giving Compass Network
  • A 501(c)(3) organization. EIN: 85-1311683
  • Privacy Policy
  • User Agreement

Sign in

Don't have an account?
Click here to sign up!

Your personal information is confidential at Giving Compass. For more information, please visit our privacy policy. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use.