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    Generosity in Canada and the United States in 2019

    The Fraser Institute Dec 28, 2019

    Giving Compass’ Take: • The Fraser Institute breaks down generosity in Canada and the United States in 2019 by province and state.  • How do generosity trends inform understanding of economic…

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    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…

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    Managing Successful Pathway Planning in Nonprofit Organizations

    PhilanTopic Dec 27, 2019

    Giving Compass’ Take: • Miecha Ranea Forbes explains effective ways to plan for leadership changes in nonprofit organizations and the best pathways forward to navigate these changes. • Why is…

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    The Guiding North Stars of Family Philanthropy

    National Center for Family Philanthropy

    Almost 25 years ago, the idea for the National Center for Family Philanthropy was sparked by the inspiration of a small group of giving families. The seed they planted has…

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    The Long Journey to Visit a Family Member in Prison

    The Marshall Project Dec 27, 2019

    Giving Compass’ Take: • The authors at The Marshall Project discuss how remote prison towns and strict visitation policies make it hard to stay in touch. • What other barriers currently…

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    Tribal Elder Hears Grandfather’s Voice in Archived Songs

    YES! Magazine Dec 27, 2019

    Giving Compass’ Take: • Mary Annette Pember reports how researchers at Indiana University have been digitally preserving recordings of Native American songs made on fragile wax cylinders more than 100 years…

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    U.S. Raises Age to Buy Tobacco, Vaping Products to 21

    Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center Dec 27, 2019

    Giving Compass’ Take: • Susan Keown reports that advocates are hailing the decision to raise the age to buy tobacco and vaping products to 21 as a health victory.  • How…

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    Case Studies Underscore Why Evidence-based Practice Should Inform Policy

    The Annie E. Casey Foundation

    Giving Compass’ Take: • Three case studies from the Forum for Youth Investment serve as examples of how evidence-based programs can inform policy decisions and improve program delivery.  • How…

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    A Donor-advised Fund for an Inclusive and Regenerative Global Economy

    Baystreet.CA Dec 26, 2019

    Giving Compass’ Take: · Baystreet announces the launch of HealRWorld Donor Advised Fund created in partnership by HealRWorld and The SDG Impact Fund Launch. · Does this fund match your philanthropic goals?…

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    China’s Economic Growth

    Pew Research Center Dec 26, 2019

    Giving Compass’ Take: · Although China has had tremendous economic growth in recent decades, more countries still name the United States as the foremost economic power.  · How can funders…

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    About Morals and Life

    80000 Hours Dec 26, 2019

    Giving Compass’ Take: · In this podcast from 80,000 Hours, Rob Wiblin talks with Peter Singer about his changing morals and moral philosophy in modern times. · How has controversy shaped modern-day views…

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    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…

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