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When Systems Fail: Finding Power in Each Other
In an era where the fabric of democracy feels increasingly strained, and the specter of authoritarianism looms, many of us are grappling...
Jul 253 min read


When charity comes at a cost to the public good: What we get wrong when we talk about mega-giving
Mega giving is a consistent and continuing American giving tradition, ultimately making mega-foundations more powerful now than they...
Feb 7, 202212 min read


Moving Beyond Donor-Centric Fundraising to Prioritize Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Dignity
Over the last few weeks there has been consternation from White, male fundraisers [specifically, Tom Ahern] about the Community Centric...
Apr 28, 202110 min read


Caught between two pandemics: Your nonprofit's place in this work
I have wanted to write about the intersections of our two pandemics; the first, a coronavirus that has taken the lives of 370,000+...
Jan 7, 20213 min read


Part II: The Revolution Not Yet Funded
It has been 10 weeks since the death of George Floyd and 21 weeks since the death of Breonna Taylor. Since their deaths, we have seen a...
Aug 4, 20206 min read


The Revolution Will Not Be Funded
Tre Johnson wrote a perspective piece, When Black people are in pain, white people just join book clubs , for The Washington Post in...
Jul 22, 20207 min read


Who is Helping Communities of Color Right Now?
When we examine where donations have gone, we begin to ask if the communities being hit the hardest are the ones receiving the resources.
Jul 2, 20206 min read


COVID-19 Study: Understanding the Impact on Grassroots Organizations
It's difficult to predict how grassroots nonprofit organizations will be affected by COVID-19 as an event of this nature hasn't been...
Mar 19, 20201 min read


Nonprofit Tips in the Era of COVID-19: Supporting Communities and Fundraising for Our Movements
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic is creating a lot of stress and panic as the information being shared by the media and politicians...
Mar 14, 20205 min read


Why voter engagement and political advocacy is a nonprofit's responsibility
Ninety-six years ago, the 19th amendment to the U.S. Constitution gave women the right to vote. Even so, it would take another 44 years...
Aug 18, 20163 min read


Eliminating Teen Pregnancy Prevention Program funding: What does it mean for communities of color?
It’s no secret that reproductive rights are a potent battleground for politicians. Whether you’re running for a local school board...
Aug 11, 20163 min read
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