This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Hurricane Irma could make the 2017 Atlantic hurricane season a historic one. The storm is currently barreling toward Florida as a Category 5 hurricane, with maximum sustained winds of 185 mph. Over…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. As we plan for natural disasters and the safety of individuals, we often neglect the institutions that capture our history and preserve memories of American life, allowing us to explore…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. When we launched the CDP Hurricane Harvey Recovery Fund we stated from the outset that we would use contributions for mid- and long-term recovery. So does that mean people should…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. We’re used to the common narrative of the artist as someone so inspired that they simply can’t stomach a drab office job, preferring to ditch the cubicle for the white…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. As Tropical Storm Harvey continues to inundate the Texas Gulf Coast, Facebook users have one more reason to donate to relief efforts. Facebook announced Tuesday that it would match the…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. In recent years, there has been increasing concern about the effects of artificial intelligence and robots on humans. Some people have worried that humans will be marginalized to the point…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. 1) Take Care of Yourself Before we go onto more complex advice, a reminder: ambitious people often don’t take care of themselves. But, this can make them burn out and…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Inequality may be the idea du jour, but culture is the reality that confounds. Whether we are able to make progress on inequality will depend to a great extent on…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. This Labor Day, employers and communities can take action to invest in young talent. Hiring Opportunity Youth is a win-win. Employers tap into a much-needed pool of entry-level talent and…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. I love the formula which Jeff Bezos uses to define where he’d like to focus his philanthropic efforts: “at the intersection of urgent need and lasting impact”. His note arrives as Robert Frank,…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Having researched giving in the wake of disasters and taught students how to be effective philanthropists, I’ve learned that it’s hard to make good decisions regarding donations—especially when there are…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. If Irma unleashes catastrophic damage, the need for donations to help storm victims will continue. Before you donate, however, make sure the outfit seeking your money is legit. It’s not…