This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · EdSource reports on California’s new fully online community college and how it will break ground in higher ed with productive and targeted programs for career-oriented certificates. ·…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • The author explains the challenges that board members face navigating the world of NGOs and how they must adapt as the NGO changes. • Why can there sometimes…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Committing to board diversity has been at the center of the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo’s ability to contribute to a vibrant and inclusive Greater Buffalo region with opportunity for…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · In a community where men dominate all leaderships positions, it can be hard to change the narrative and allow women a position at the table. Here, News…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. While all effective board members understand and meet their basic responsibilities, truly exceptional board members do more. They go beyond the basics and pay attention to how they approach board…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · The Brookings Institution discusses America’s opioid epidemic and a few of the factors that lead too many people to addiction: poverty, place, and isolation. · How can the…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · Sam Gill discusses the complications in today’s digital society and suggests that the U.S. should develop a set of norms and policies for a safe and democratic…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · The Marshall Project tells the story of a young man from New Hampshire who suffers from hallucinations and his experience seeking help from the state. According to…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. In the world of investment management, nonprofit fiduciaries are faced with trying to decide how to best manage their investment program. Do they build something custom themselves, which can take…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · Governing Magazine analyzes the disparities in school spending in different districts throughout the United States and explains that one of the biggest factors is property tax.…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Family foundations are such a critical part of the philanthropic community. Originally set up as tax havens for philanthropists, they are now much more than that and making considerable, positive…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. A strong partnership between the chief executive and board chair is essential to leading an effective organization. When the relationship goes awry, it’s often due to confusion over individual responsibilities.…