This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • There needs to be a shift in mindsets so that impact investors and social entrepreneurs can work together on integrated strategies that support social good projects. …
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Question: What are some policy wins your foundation has contributed to? Brainerd Foundation Keiki Kehoe, Co-Director As a limited life foundation dedicated to protecting the air, land, and water of…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • PACE’s report, “Youth Civic Engagement for Health Equity and Community Safety,” examines the prominent effect of youth voice and how youth civic engagement can create healthier communities. …
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Here is a list of seven advocates that have stood up for our planet this year in various ways, pushing environmental activism forward. • How is…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Katie Donnelly, writing for Media Impact Funders, discusses how equitable evaluation for funders is necessary and offers thoughtful considerations on how to move forward. • How can…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Tensie Whelan explains why embedding environmental, social, and governance (ESG) concerns into business strategies is good business and identifies barriers that make it difficult for companies to make the…
Giving Compass’ Take: • Byrd Barr Place, Seattle Foundation, and Cardea share insights from a survey of Black-led organizations in King County to inform donor decisions. • What are you already…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Swell is a startup that increases access to opportunities in impact investing to strengthen an understanding of socially responsible investments. • How will millennials as well…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Huge corporations have joined the B Corp movement, which aims to reform capitalism by making companies prioritize stakeholders, rather than just shareholders. • How can donors help…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Here are seven ideas to help homeless individuals and families in ways that go beyond giving direct cash and volunteering. • How can donors spread awareness about…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Some school districts are making pre-service learning programs for educators widely available online and are seeing high participation from educators in preparation for the school year. …
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Nanette Fridman, writing for eJewish Philanthropy, discusses the next steps for nonprofit boards and how they can stay focused on long-term planning amid the pandemic. • How…