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The concept of trust-based philanthropy centers around a set of principles aimed at rebalancing power dynamics.Rather than focusing primarily…

Have you ever wondered how getting a bunch of people in one room or space could be a game-changer? Well, convening folks with a common goal is powerful. Given their…

Wealth cushions adverse economic shocks, such as loss of employment, and helps to fund investments in human capital, like college and post-graduate training. Wealth inequality is much higher than income inequality in the United States. Understanding…

The education landscape reflects the geography of the state—vast expanses of land with many rural school districts that students sometimes need to travel some distance to attend in person. When it…

Researchers are working with communities in Puerto Rico to build more sustainable systems in the face of ongoing challenges.

How prioritizing technological expertise on the board level can help nonprofits and social service organizations make the most of their resources and improve outcomes for the communities they support.

Americans gave almost $500 billion to charities last year according to Giving USA. Learn how modern leaders lean on philanthropism and missing-aligned volunteerism at work.

Young people traumatized by Hurricane Maria were more likely to report substance use.

Wind power accounts for about 10 percent of the electricity in the U.S., representing a remarkable growth spurt in recent years.Still, with the climate crisis looming overhead, the wind energy…

As predicted in our 2022 Trends report, postsecondary educational programming in prison continues to grow (Hawver & Yore-VanOosterhout). With this growth comes a once-in-a-generation opportunity to reshape how we evaluate rehabilitative…

When it comes to mental health at school, typically the focus is on helping students, especially as they emerge from the pandemic with heightened levels of anxiety, stress and emotional…

The widespread lack of affordable housing in the U.S. is neither a new nor an easy problem to solve. The need is great, and the solutions are complex. Despite decades…