March 08, 2023 Philanthropy Is Dropping the Ball on Gender Justice. Here’s What Needs to Change March 08, 2023/ Jeehae Fischer, Kavita Mehra, Margarita Guzman, R. Nancy Albilal, Yasmeen Hamza and Zeinab Eyega, Guest Contributors Despite increased talk during Women’s History Month, philanthropy still has a long way to go on funding gender justice, particularly around gender-based violence. This guest article discusses what needs to be done.Read More
February 28, 2023 Six Questions for Joy Chia, Executive Director at Astraea Lesbian Foundation for Justice February 28, 2023/ Michelle Dominguez In 2021, this foundation working to advance LGBTQI human rights globally welcomed Joy Chia as executive director. We spoke with Chia about how she’s adjusted to the job, how to fund at the intersection of multiple issues, and more.Read More
February 27, 2023 For This Funder Collaborative, the Road Back to Abortion Access Leads Through the States February 27, 2023/ Connie Matthiessen The Collaborative for Gender and Reproductive Equity was working at the state level long before the end of Roe v. Wade. Today, it’s more convinced than ever that the states are where the fight over abortion will be won or lost.Read More
February 21, 2023 For These Faith Groups, Funding Abortion Access and Advocacy Is a Matter of Religious Freedom February 21, 2023/ Dawn Wolfe The views of the anti-abortion religious right do not represent those of the majority of U.S. believers. Following the fall of Roe, these pro-choice faith groups have been stepping up their efforts to fund abortion care.Read More
January 31, 2023 With Big Backing From MacKenzie Scott and More, Co-Impact Targets Global Gender Inequality January 31, 2023/ Liz Longley Co-Impact seeks to improve health, education and economic outcomes for women across the Global South by tackling underlying forces at play. Here’s why the philanthropic collaborative has been a big draw for funders.Read More
January 30, 2023 “Funded to Win.” These 11 Funders — and Counting — Are Stepping Up for Black Feminist Movements January 30, 2023/ Connie Matthiessen In an open letter to philanthropy, 11 major funders have called on their peers to support Black feminist movements in the U.S. and abroad. Leaders from the Black Feminist Fund say this work is crucial to a safer and more just world.Read More
January 25, 2023 Women Are Underrepresented in Legislatures. This Fund Seeks Gender Parity — and Better Governance January 25, 2023/ Dawn Wolfe Women still hold a disproportionately low number of seats in state legislatures — shockingly low in some states. The Ascend Fund is building up the pipeline of women running for office, starting in a few key locations.Read More
January 23, 2023 "Demystifying Philanthropy." Seven Questions for Tyeshia Wilson, Black Giving Circle Expert January 23, 2023/ Ade Adeniji Tyeshia Wilson is director of engagement at Philanthropy Together and chairs the Black women-focused giving circle HERitage Giving Fund. We heard from her about how she got into philanthropy, giving circles’ advantages, and more.Read More
January 20, 2023 The 50th Anniversary Party That Wasn’t January 20, 2023/ Elizabeth Barajas-Román, Guest Contributor As we mark what should have been the 50th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, the fight for reproductive justice continues. Guest author Elizabeth Barajas-Román explains why women’s funds are so crucial right now.Read More
December 20, 2022 This Funding Campaign Is Helping to Keep Independent Abortion Clinics Open and Safe December 20, 2022/ Dawn Wolfe Three out of five abortions in the U.S. are provided by independent healthcare clinics that receive far less support than major national organizations. The Abortion Care Network is helping them cover costs in a dangerous time.Read More
December 13, 2022 What Do We Know About Lauren Sanchez, Jeff Bezos’ Partner in Philanthropy? December 13, 2022/ Ade Adeniji Jeff Bezos and partner Lauren Sanchez recently announced their plans to give away most of the Amazon founder’s fortune. What do we know about Sanchez, and how might her interests shape the couple’s future philanthropy? Read More
December 12, 2022 Child Marriage Severely Limits Opportunity for Girls. This Powerhouse Trio Is on the Case December 12, 2022/ Liz Longley Michelle Obama, Melinda French Gates and Amal Clooney joined forces this fall to take on child marriage, a human rights violation that affects an estimated 23 girls a minute. Here’s what each philanthropist is bringing to the table.Read More
December 08, 2022 How One Organization Is Tapping Into the Lucrative Wedding Industry to Combat Child Marriage December 08, 2022/ Dawn Wolfe The wedding industry has a $160 billion market value, and it continues to grow. With organizational support from some big funders, VOW for Girls is channeling a slice of those profits toward ending child marriage.Read More
November 22, 2022 How Long-Term Support for Community Groups Can Help Break Cycles of Intergenerational Trauma November 22, 2022/ Anita Bhatia and Kavita Mehra, Guest Contributors Healing the trauma caused by gender-based violence requires a long-term commitment and a culturally rooted approach. In this guest opinion, authors outline a new partnership they hope can serve as a model. Read More
November 18, 2022 New Numbers on Giving for Women and Girls: Major Underfunding, Some Reasons for Hope November 18, 2022/ Dawn Wolfe Updated data from the Women’s Philanthropy Institute paints a depressing picture: Even as current events influence where money’s flowing, organizations serving women and girls are still prioritized far less than other causes.Read More
November 15, 2022 MacKenzie Scott’s Far-Reaching Giving Continues to Grow. What Impact Is She Having? November 15, 2022/ Philip Rojc Another update from America’s most exciting mega-donor shows an ever-evolving set of focus areas, which now include charter schools and lots of global giving. One question we still have: How does it all fit together?Read More
November 07, 2022 Cautious Optimism: Giving to Protect Abortion Access May Not Be Fading Away November 07, 2022/ Dawn Wolfe Since June, one concern has been that an initial spike in giving to protect abortion access would fall away. However, the National Network of Abortion Funds still reports solid engagement from donors large and small.Read More
October 19, 2022 The Abortion Fight Is in the States. Funders, Meet Us in the Capitals October 19, 2022/ Brook Kelly-Green and Cristina Uribe, Guest Contributors With the overturning of Roe v. Wade, efforts to protect reproductive freedom are largely turning to the states. In this guest opinion, authors make the case for funding organizing around ballot measures and state courts. Read More
October 19, 2022 Global Gender Equity Requires Access to the Online Economy. Who’s Backing Digital Financial Inclusion? October 19, 2022/ Liz Longley Entrepreneurship among women is on the rise globally, but lack of digital financial tools is holding many of them back. Some heavy hitters are rallying around an effort to bring about greater digital financial equity. Read More
October 13, 2022 A Fundraising Day Devoted to Women and Girls Is a Necessary Step, But Just the Beginning October 13, 2022/ Jeannie Infante Sager and Elizabeth Barajas-Román, Guest Contributors October 11 marked the first annual Give to Women and Girls Day, an effort to rally funding for often overlooked nonprofits. In this guest post, the organizers explain why it was so necessary and what still needs to be done. Read More