This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. At the Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP), we say that all philanthropists are disaster philanthropists seeking to strengthen communities. Prior to 2020, this adage was a way to remind donors…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Joe Williams compares the practical differences between donor-advised funds and private foundations to help donors choose the right vehicle for their giving. • What are your top priorities…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Luis Cruz argues that high quality data could help the U.S. have more equitable higher education policies to prepare students for the changing workforce, which will…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Marques Chavez explains that concerns over hoarding in donor-advised funds may be overblown as funds have flowed relatively consistently, even as other giving was impeded dramatically by the…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Lita Tirak, writing for Medium, discusses the Solutions Story Tracker, an online platform following the widespread impact of solutions journalism across the globe. • How critical…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Financial oversight is probably one of the most important board responsibilities. It’s important because an organization’s nonprofit status can come with some really nice benefits that may include: no income…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • IBM has announced its support for partnerships that encourage more participation in STEM programs for Hispanic students and is launching a mentorship program to further this…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • A Hawaii-based nonprofit called Aloha Harvest is combatting food security during COVID-19 by working with local farmers, ranchers, fishers, to distribute healthy food. • How can donors…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Remote learning impacts LGBTQ students’ safety and virtual classrooms don’t necessarily provide safety supports for students that need them. • How can schools better support students…
Giving Compass’ Take: • In this podcast, Regina Anderson of the Food Recovery Network and Erica Brooks of the White Pony Express explore their food recovery process and discuss the decline of food…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Peace Gwam, Ananya Hariharan, and Carlos Martín highlight the shortcomings of existing federal disaster policy and urges improvements that incorporate racial and economic equity. • What role…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Mary Keck shares research that reveals that households of color are more likely to face evictions, utility shut-offs, and debt during the COVID-19 pandemic. • What role…