Self-Dealing: A Concise Guide For Foundation Board and Staff
An overview on the self-dealing law, including definitions, common problem areas, exceptions, penalties, and resources.
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Evidence on the Financial Performance of Impact Investments
Published:
11/2017
This report, recently released by the Global Impact Investing Network (GIIN), provides investors with a comprehensive review of available research to date on the financial performance of impact investments.
"A Goal of Justice." Behind a Push for Racial Equity in Arts Funding
Published:
12/2017
This article from Inside Philanthropy predicts the top arts philanthropy trend for 2018 will be institutional funders' intensifying efforts to boost equitable funding and access to the arts.
Are You Ready to Comply with New FASB Guidelines?
Published:
11/2017
With the replacement of temporarily and permanently restricted categories for reporting contributions and related net assets, enhanced disclosures require nonprofits to describe more about how restrictions affect the USE OF RESOURCES.
Keystone Policy Webinar: Census 2020 - What PA Funders Need to Know
Published:
03/2018
In this inaugural call of the 2018 Keystone Policy Webinar Series, we're joined by Erin Casey, Executive Director of Pennsylvania Voice and Keely Monroe, Democracy Program Manager at Funders’ Committee for Ci
Federal Policy, Budget and Revenue Outlook 2018
Published:
03/2018
Webcast recording of the Grantmakers Income Security Taskforce (GIST) 15th Annual Budget and Tax Briefing for Grantmakers in Washington, DC.
Census Update from the Bauman Foundation #3 (5.1.18)
Published:
05/2018
Census Update from the Bauman Foundation:
A Plan to Oppose the Census Citizenship Question
Census Update from the Bauman Foundation #2 (4.19.18)
Published:
04/2018
Census Update from the Bauman Foundation (2):
Citizenship Question
Last week I sent you an email providing a factsheet about the addition of a citizenship question to the 2020 census, a summary of a funder briefing on the topic, and additional related materials.
Census Update from the Bauman Foundation #1 (4.9.18)
Published:
04/2018
Census Update from the Bauman Foundation (1):
Citizenship Question
Small Funders Webinar: Finding and Using Data to Make Smarter Grants
Published:
05/2018
This webinar features three user-friendly, online tools that funders can use to gain a better understanding of the needs and challenges in the communities where we fund, and to help us make smarter decisions when assessing grant applications and setting our goals for impact.
PA Statewide Funders Webinar: Equity, Real Costs, and Impact
Published:
09/2018
In this webinar, David Greco, of Social Sector Partners presents on how, with better understanding of what it really costs your grantees to deliver on mission, grantmakers can better leverage their resources to support a more just, equitable and sustainable society.
An Open Letter on Family Detention in Pennsylvania
Published:
10/2018
Out of concern for immigrant rights, especially the health and well-being of our immigrant children, Philanthropy Network members authored this open letter calling on Governor Wolf and the Department of Human Services to close the Berks County Residential Center (BCRC), one of three immigrant fam
Giving in Numbers: 2018
Published:
10/2018
In the latest edition of its research of corporate social investment has found that leading corporations are intensifying efforts to meet key societal needs around the world. It is based on data from 252 companies and not only presents a profile of corporate philanthropy and employee engagement, but also includes a Trends Summary that highlights the prominent features of corporate societal investment.
Ten Ways for Foundations to Consider Diversity and Inclusive Practices
These guides are designed to help foundations consider how more diverse and inclusive practices might advance their mission by making their work more effective and more reflective of communities served. By highlighting 10 ways foundations can approach diversity, this guide seeks to spark ideas and launch further dialogue.
Personal Stories of Racial Equity Work
Published:
03/2019
In this video, United Philanthropy Forum members and colleagues share some deeply moving stories of the role that racial equity plays in their personal lives. This is the third video in a three-part Forum video series on racial equity
Women Give 2019: Gender and Giving Across Communities of Color
Published:
03/2019
Women Give 2019 is the first study to explore the intersection of race, giving and gender. The report finds that generosity is a value shared by all communities, and that women across race and ethnicity are leading through philanthropy. As communities of color grow in wealth and influence, the study demonstrates the unique perspectives women of color bring to philanthropy and underscores the importance of understanding and engaging donors from diverse backgrounds.
The Philanthropy Framework
Published:
03/2019
Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors has released The Philanthropy Framework, a tool for analysis and planning to guide emerging and established philanthropies to better align resources for maximum impact.
Greater Good: Lessons from Those Who Have Started Major Grantmaking Organizations
Published:
04/2019
With more than 30,000 new private foundations established in the U.S. in the past 20 years, it is vital that early-stage grantmakers learn from the wisdom of those who have gone before them so they can avoid common mistakes and position their grantmaking organizations for success.
Global Media Philanthropy: What Funders Need to Know About Data, Trends and Pressing Issues Facing the Field
Published:
04/2019
With support from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Media Impact Funders has been researching trends, challenges and opportunities for global media funding.
Courage in Practice—The Principles for Peak Grantmaking
Published:
04/2019
Many in our sector are talking about big ideas such as equity and inclusion, narrowing the power gap in our sector, being authentically engaged in our communities, listening and learning from our partners, and living our values in our practice.