November 08, 2022

Foundations and Governments Pledged $1.7 Billion to Indigenous Land Protection. How Are They Doing?

November 08, 2022/ Michael Kavate

A pledge to help Indigenous people protect the world’s tropical forests is moving millions, but so far, most of the money isn’t going to Indigenous-led groups. Participants call it “quite alarming” and hope to see that change.

June 16, 2022

Eight Leading Foundations Working to Keep Forests Green, Water Pure and Farms Fertile

June 16, 2022/ Michael Kavate

These legacy foundations are among the top grantmakers giving toward conservation, curbing pollution and improving agriculture in the United States. See who’s on the list.

February 25, 2021

The Funders Working to Tear Down Walls that Impede Scientific Progress

February 25, 2021/ Paul Karon

In addition to funding research itself, some top science grantmakers have ramped up efforts to usher in a new culture of openness and transparency in scientific research. Here’s one partnership to keep an eye on.

September 16, 2019

The Amazon Fires Are a Big Setback to Funders and Nonprofits. How Are They Responding?

September 16, 2019/ John Freund

The fires, along with reports of fast-escalating deforestation outside Brazil, come after many years of funder-backed efforts to protect the Amazon and offer a sobering reminder of philanthropy’s limitations. What’s next for key players in this space?