This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · In an effort to encourage saving from birth, Education Dive reports that more states are offering parents an initial invest in a college savings plan for…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · Writing for TreeHugger, Lloyd Alter reports on a new study from Deloitte predicting the future of electric vehicles and the rise of the e-bikes. · Why does…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · Although a new Google algorithm has been able to outperform doctors when identifying breast cancer in x-rays, Vox reporter Sigal Samuel explains why this technology won’t be…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan takes a look at how the HOPE Fund grantee has progressed LGBTQ+ inclusion under the law. · How can philanthropy help advance…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • NYC schools are planning to combat hate and anti-Semistism by building more inclusive and religiously tolerant curriculum for students. • Will more tolerance-building help reduce anti-semitism?…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Kiersten Marek highlights funders who are working in sexual assault prevention and how they are accomplishing their work. • How can donors best learn from these funders? Are…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • A recent study revealed the high levels of emotional burnout and stress among families who have children with autism. • What can caregivers and the medical…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • A report indicates that minority and first-generation students feel more of a sense of belonging at two-year colleges, and further explains the underlying reasons. • What…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • For philanthropists to engage in smart and effective philanthropy, donors need to understand risk aversion and the necessity of risk-taking with charitable investments. • What are…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Arun Kumar argues that the forced depoliticization of civil society in India has compromised its ability to build a democratic government. • The author states, “without a…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Researchers report how border walls have real negative economic effects, some of which may be unintended. • What are possible ways for donors to get involved addressing…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • The authors at IDR discuss the importance of ensuring that online knowledge, data and code, and digital common resources are truly open and accessible to all. …