Direct Giving Has Surged During COVID. But Approaches Vary, as Does Effectiveness

Direct Giving Has Surged During COVID. But Approaches Vary, as Does Effectiveness

Charities facilitating cash transfers and other forms of direct aid have grown by leaps and bounds during the pandemic. It’s a promising trend, but not every approach to direct giving is created equal.

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Success Is Bittersweet as Global Humanitarian Relief Charities Rake in Record Fundraising

Success Is Bittersweet as Global Humanitarian Relief Charities Rake in Record Fundraising

A raft of national and global crises have led to surges in giving to humanitarian relief organizations. We spoke to fundraisers at four charities about how they’re navigating an evolving landscape.

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A New $100 Million Fund Mobilizes Resources to Arm Africa’s Health Workers With PPE

A New $100 Million Fund Mobilizes Resources to Arm Africa’s Health Workers With PPE

The weaknesses of Africa’s community health systems are being laid bare by the coronavirus pandemic. A top NGO and a prominent Chicago philanthropy are anchoring an effort to meet the protective needs of front line health workers.

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