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One of the most promising developments in the philanthropic sector over the last few years has been this: the corporate sector is becoming bolder and more intentional in its philanthropy.…

Detroit residents with past-due bills are facing water shut-offs again after a reprieve during COVID-19. At the same time, providers are also raising rates.

The positive effects of MacKenzie Scott’s massive, unrestricted gifts are increasingly apparent and, to date, the experiences of recipient organizations belie widespread concerns about negative unintended consequences from her approach. These…

In 1908 the U.S. government seized some 18,000 acres of land from the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes to create the National Bison Range in the heart of their reservation…

This past month, millions of people cast their vote in elections across the country to choose local leaders and decide on policies that will be consequential for their communities. Although…

From reproductive health to disaster recovery and food insecurity, the National Climate Assessment pays special attention to how the climate crisis amplifies inequality.

At the end of the day, companies are more likely to succeed when they’re more inclusive.

Among adolescents, boys are more likely to die of an overdose than girls, and using combinations of drugs substantially raises the risk of an overdose.

To make real change, companies that support Indigenous communities should move beyond awareness to investment.

Gender-based violence (GBV) against women, girls and gender non-conforming people is a fundamental violation of human rights. 1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime but the rates of…

The next step in impact investing is the Delaware statutory public benefit limited partnership, which provides clarity of definition, assuages fears of greenwashing, and harmonizes manager incentives with public good.