The Case for General Operating Support
Leaders of the Claneil Foundation explain why 100 percent of their grants are for general operating support.
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Leaders of the Claneil Foundation explain why 100 percent of their grants are for general operating support.
New research shows that Black fund managers must overcome racial bias to win institutional money and are judged more harshly as top performers.
Grantmaking with a Racial Justice Lens: A Practical Guide centers the perspectives of racial justice activists first, and then of funders working on change in their institutions, to identify best practices for driving philanthropy beyond racial equity toward racial justice.
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.
While cross-sector collaborations in support of local education reform show promise, they also often face challenges. This series of case studies found that that collaborations required "a credible and compelling rationale" as well as committed local advocates.
After more than 111 years in their home at 1307 Locust Street, New Century Trust has chosen to sell the building, move its offices, and recommit to the original intent of the organization – improving the lives of women and girls.
Message from Philip Fitzgerald, Director of Grantmaking