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 28, 2022 The Arcus Foundation's Dual Mission: Protecting LGBTQ People and Humans' Nearest Relations October 28, 2022/ Dawn Wolfe Founded by Jon Stryker, the Arcus Foundation funds in two seemingly disparate arenas: LGBTQ issues and the conservation of great apes and gibbons. As the foundation hones its strategy, social justice is a big theme.Read More
October 26, 2022 "It’s Not Just About Moving Money." How Solidaire Is Challenging Wealth, Power and Privilege October 26, 2022/ Dawn Wolfe For going on 10 years, the Solidaire Network has been advising wealthy donors seeking to support progressive causes. It’s also challenging assumptions about inheritance, wealth accumulation, and how to move money. Read More
October 06, 2022 For Groundswell, Supporting Black Trans People Is all About “Joy and Resilience” October 06, 2022/ Dawn Wolfe Even as the people it serves face a daunting list of threats, the Black Trans Fund focuses on joy, resilience and liberation. Program Officer Bré Rivera explains how the fund works and what it backs.Read More
October 04, 2022 Seven Questions for Toya Fick, the New CEO of Meyer Memorial Trust October 04, 2022/ Dawn Wolfe Toya Fick recently took over as head of Oregon’s Meyer Memorial Trust, carrying out a programmatic focus on racial justice in the region. We spoke with Fick about the new job, and how funders can meet the needs of the moment.Read More
September 28, 2022 Nonprofit Workers Are Burned Out. Here’s How Funders Make it Worse — and How They Can Help September 28, 2022/ Dawn Wolfe Between the pandemic, political and economic crises, and years of being underpaid and overworked, nonprofit staff are exhausted. Funders often contribute to their pain, but how might they help the sector recover?Read More
September 14, 2022 How This "Gutsy" Group of Funders Came Together to Support Trans Rights September 14, 2022/ Dawn Wolfe Since its launch, Grantmakers United for Trans Communities has seen an overwhelming response. Part of that growth is a backlash to right-wing attacks, but organizers also made some key strategic moves.Read More