This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • The Slingshot Fund, founded by a group of young philanthropists, is identifying and supporting organizations and programs that enhance Jewish life and uncover Jewish leadership. • How…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Yvette Cabrera reports that environmental groups are responding to the EPA’s rollback of environmental protections during COVID-19 with a lawsuit. • How can funders support efforts to…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Laura Fay reports that a recent survey of teachers found that many students are still missing their online classes. • How can funders help students access their…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Lewis S. Nelson explains how COVID-19 may impact people with chronic pain and the support they will need to make it through this time. • How can…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. The global issues that we face today can seem overwhelming -- too much for any person, any one organization, or any one government to tackle. As we size up the…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Ria Mazumdar explains how volunteerism, combining volunteering and tourism, can be inherently problematic and lead to unsustainable outcomes. • Can the voluntourism industry improve enough to be worthwhile?…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Tom Jacobs reports that a thorough analysis of immigration throughout American history reveals that immigrants have been beneficial for America and its economy. • How is…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Gabriela Citrone may be a recent college graduate, but her philanthropic vision is already firmly established. Citrone was first introduced to the world of philanthropy at six years old when…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • The Lilly Family School of Philanthropy shares insights from a report called Philanthropy Outlook, which includes predictions on how funders might act during a potential recession. •…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Various cities are struggling to address how the coronavirus will spread throughout homeless shelters unless creative housing alternatives are put in place to reduce overcrowding. •…
Giving Compass’ Take: • In this video, experts focused on the inequities of the U.S. health system and provide four main ways for health innovation to address these challenges. •…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Data shows that approximately 16 percent of students in NYC public schools have not been in touch with their schools, and there is no systemwide standard…