Team‑Focused Model Drives Cancer Breakthroughs, Inspires Broader Biomedical Solutions
For the last five years, Break Through Cancer has been getting results with a deliberate, team-oriented approach. It’s a model that might help tackle other biomedical challenges. Paul Karon Reports: https://tinyurl.com/vf3mwzr5 Related IP Resources: Grants for Science Research -https://tinyurl.com/mpdstvy2 Diseases Funders -https://tinyurl.com/akr4pv9h Report: Giving for Cancer Research - https://tinyurl.com/3afkje26 CancerResearch
Gates Foundation Launches External Review of Epstein Ties
NEWS: The Gates Foundation is doing an "external review to assess past foundation engagement with Epstein." Comes amid all the scrutiny on Bill Gates, the chair of the Gates Foundation. https://t.co/kpBwTnNTYR
Verify Your Donations Actually Benefit Your Chosen Cause
Worth double-checking charitable giving to make sure it actually helps the cause you care about
John Tu's Wife's Big Gifts Hint at New Philanthropy
Despite a fortune one estimate puts at nearly $60 billion, John Tu has a limited philanthropic record. But some recent big gifts from his wife, Mary, may be a sign of things to come. Michael Kavate Reports: https://tinyurl.com/bdzzuymk Related IP Resources: John and...
Monthly Giving: Reliable Funding Blueprint for Nonprofits
Monthly giving provides nonprofits with consistent, reliable funding, and it’s an increasingly popular way to give. This guide explains the basics of monthly giving and shares proven tips to get started (or strengthen the program you have): https://hubs.ly/Q04clGS30 ✅
Build Billions with Two Hours Daily, Give Back
Andrew Carnegie went from $1.20 a week to $309 Billion. When he retired, he gave away 90% of his wealth to build 2,509 libraries and funded multiple universities. But he barely spent 2 hours every day to build this fortune. Here's the entire...
Gates Foundation Funds One Quarter of Global Health
In my lecture this week on NGOs versus government programs in public health, I focused on the Gates Foundation. Why? Because ALONE they fund around 25% of all programs in global health. They have over $80 billion in assets and their operating...
Key Takeaways From CAUSE’s Higher Ed Landscape Report
Here's our take on some top findings from the Council for Advancement and Support of Education's latest look at the landscape. Mike Scutari Reports: https://tinyurl.com/an2cm9am Related IP Resources: Grants for Higher Education -https://tinyurl.com/2dx6h3mu Major Donors: A Guide to Securing Major Gifts -https://tinyurl.com/49w7jx3e Donor Insights for...
Research‑Driven Philanthropy Yields High Societal ROI
There's a lot of effective philanthropy out there. One thing I particularly admire about @Arnold_Ventures is the focus on doing research and getting empirical evidence on what works to address societal problems. Very high potential ROI.
Funders Must Push Regulation After Meta, Google Liability
Meta and Google were found liable for harms their platforms caused. Now is the time for funders to go all-in on pushing for regulatory action and a shift in attitudes. Martha Ramirez Reports: https://tinyurl.com/ytv5ksm3 Related IP Resources: Mental Health Grants -https://tinyurl.com/5755dnxy Grants for Public...
Prioritizing Cost‑Effectiveness Boosts Development Impact
Elina Scheja, chief economist of @Sida and I talked about how to help ensure Development Agencies use evidence on costeffectiveness to ensure their work has the biggest possible positive impact. https://t.co/1lChqOBHWs
Trump Halts $7B Climate Fund; Creator Battles in Court
Today on Volts: Climate United was designed to disperse $7 billion worth of climate & clean-energy funds to underserved communities. Just as it had begun pushing money out the door, Trump killed it & rescinded the money. I talk with...
94‑Year‑Old Kirsh Turns $29B Deal Into Philanthropy
At 94, Kirsh has seen his wealth soar following a $29-billion-dollar deal. Here's a look at his philanthropic pursuits and efforts against antisemitism. Wendy Paris Reports: https://tinyurl.com/2s48zvhc Related IP Resources: Jewish Funders: Foundations & Donors to Know -https://tinyurl.com/y2p822m2 Grants for Global Development -https://tinyurl.com/533vjt2t Grants for...
California Wealth Tax Threatens Local Philanthropic Giving
Philanthropists overwhelmingly give in their own states. By driving out billionaires, a California wealth tax threatens in-state charitable giving, especially since retained charitable ties could complicate residency determinations for those who depart. https://t.co/fL8uV8M8Zg
Funders Boost Mentor Training for Lasting Impact
Funders are stepping up to enhance mentorship by supporting training programs, aiming to empower mentors with skills to make a lasting impact. Wendy Paris Reports: https://tinyurl.com/yc3tdn7e Mentorship
NPR Secures $113M for Digital Overhaul Amid Funding Cuts
NEWS: NPR receives $113M toward digital transformation and to offer stations greater services as the loss of federal funds takes a big bite out of budgets. $80M from philanthropist Connie Ballmer $33M from anonymous donor My initial story: https://t.co/4utjEOR0Un More to come
Gert Boyle’s Daughters Inherit Oregon’s Top Philanthropy
When Gert Boyle died in 2019, two foundations built by her daughters suddenly found themselves among Oregon's largest philanthropies. Here’s the story of the one you haven't heard of yet. Ade Adeniji Reports: https://tinyurl.com/5dun4enw Related IP Resources: Oregon Grants for Nonprofits -https://tinyurl.com/bdhdbx54 Grants for...
McKnight Foundation Adds $20M to 2026 Grants
McKnight President Tonya Allen discusses why the foundation will disburse an additional $20 million in 2026 on top of an earlier five-year, $200 million payout increase. Mike Scutari Reports: https://tinyurl.com/465ry9pj Related IP Resources: McKnight Foundation -https://tinyurl.com/5yn2bmc4 Minnesota Grants for Nonprofits -https://tinyurl.com/55jy7nyb Grants for Immigrants &...
Rapid‑Response Fund Saves Public Media After Funding Cuts
Here's the story of how the new pooled rapid response fund moved money quickly to keep public radio and television stations on air after Congress slashed their funding. Martha Ramirez Reports: https://tinyurl.com/n6ava72v Related IP Resources: Journalism Grants -https://tinyurl.com/4nwuxehu Donor Insights for Journalism -https://tinyurl.com/3yahvnt6 Report: Giving...
More Billionaires, More Giving—But Inequality Persists
As the ranks of the ultra-wealthy have exploded, so has philanthropy. This is another good-news, bad-news story. David Callahan Reports: https://tinyurl.com/56nb4axe WealthInequality
Unconditional Cash Transfers Prove Powerful Poverty Solution
Why I love @GiveDirectly. Giving cash to extremely poor people with no strings attached is a bold and effective idea. https://t.co/XA4f97haCL https://t.co/0wfRd3ksWC
Donors' Stated Values Clash With Actual Giving
There's a stark divide between what donors say they value and how they actually give, writes Grace Adams of Effective Altruism Australia. Guest Contributor, Grace Adams Reports: https://tinyurl.com/3ub2yy5f Related IP Resources: How Do Foundations Make Grant Decisions? -https://tinyurl.com/2p2pcn33 How to Write a Grant Report...
Identifying Gaps in Longevity Philanthropy Landscape
What philanthropies are missing from longevity science and medicine? Is the ecosystem of foundations and nonprofits actually complete, or are there glaring gaps no one’s filling? Drop your essay (or a one-liner) below. ✍️ Or repost. 👨🏻⚕️⚕️ https://t.co/46hZGxnIQx
Billionaire Peterffy's Modest Giving Sparks Family Philanthropy Tension
Thomas Peterffy has an $80 billion-plus fortune, but a modest philanthropic record. While his children run a foundation, the generations may not exactly see eye to eye. Michael Kavate Reports: https://tinyurl.com/5b83z5pd Related IP Resources: Wall Street Philanthropists -https://tinyurl.com/3z58wwpf Grants for Climate Change -https://tinyurl.com/mvh59bw7 Environmental Conservation...
Funders Must Rethink Strategies for Civilian Protection
As the global security landscape grows more volatile, Jenny McAvoy argues that funders need a better plan to back civilian protection. Guest Contributor, Jenny McAvoy Report: https://tinyurl.com/5e8fedsw Global Security Grants -https://tinyurl.com/4duwfh36 Grants for Human Rights -https://tinyurl.com/y29n7rkt Grants for Humanitarian Aid -https://tinyurl.com/mmx8dzw8 GlobalSecurity
Family Offices Turn Wealth Into Strategic Impact Investing
I've seen both sides of wealth - making it and giving it away. Many overlook this: smart philanthropy via family offices is not charity. It’s about making strategic impact investments. They're not just writing checks, they're solving global problems while...
Tax‑Deductible Corporate Giving Could Accelerate Startup Impact
A very interesting observation by Elon below. And it’s just one example. Startups have brought more progress to the world this century than any NGO or government program. By far. When you hear NGO, think NoGO. They provide some incremental, mostly...
2026 Tax Bill Lets Charitable Donations Yield Deductions
Most people donate to charity and get $0 of tax benefit. In 2026, that finally changes because of the new tax bill. Here’s how to take advantage:
Board of Peace Receives only Fraction of $17B Gaza Pledge
JUST IN: The Board of Peace has gotten just a fraction of the $17 billion pledged for Gaza.
Community Foundations Boost Healthcare Access Amid Rising Barriers
Some community funders are stepping up as accessing healthcare gets harder. But how does this all measure up to 2020? Katherine Don Reports: https://tinyurl.com/229yud6t Related IP Resources: California Community Foundation -https://tinyurl.com/4czjt7nd Coastal Community Foundation -https://tinyurl.com/8fw5dh56 The Chicago Community Trust Trust -https://tinyurl.com/d4shc3vh Essex County Community Foundation -https://tinyurl.com/murybu6j Healthcare
Foundation Pledges $1B, Faces Conflict-of-Interest Concerns
The foundation aims to disburse at least $1 billion over the next year. However, critics are still very concerned about conflicts of interest between the foundation and the for-profit OpenAI Group. Mike Scutari Reports: https://tinyurl.com/3aumvkb5 Related IP Resources: OpenAI Foundation -https://tinyurl.com/yck5tsmu Grants for Science...
Scientific Breakthroughs Demand Coordinated Philanthropic Support
Scientific advances hold a lot of promise for rare disease treatment, Erin Finucane and Nicole Boice write. What’s needed right now is philanthropic alignment. Guest Contributors, Erin Finucane and Nicole Boice Reports: https://tinyurl.com/y57vuny3 Related IP Resources: Disease Research Funders -https://tinyurl.com/akr4pv9h Grants for Science Research...
Illinois Draws a Quarter of U.S. Reproductive‑care Travelers
Close to 1 in 4 people who travel in the U.S. for reproductive healthcare come to Illinois. A new philanthropic partnership with the state could be a model for other places. Connie Matthiessen Reports: https://tinyurl.com/43smhtkn Related IP Resources: Grants for Reproductive Justice &...
Subscribers Donate $20K+ to Charities via $1 Fee
My subscribers have given more than $20,000 to charities of their choice. They are simply the best ❤️ If you want to show your support and know that the $1 monthly fee goes to the charity of subscribers' choice, please do. https://t.co/2f83OjnWU9...
Billionaire Donors Amplify Funding and Influence, Data Shows
As a group, billionaire donors are moving more money and have more clout in the sector. That seems clear from abundant anecdotal evidence, but what do the numbers say? Michael Kavate Reports: https://tinyurl.com/2fb2xa4t WealthInequality
Family's Funding Fuels Hope for New Dementia Therapies
Investing in hope A wealthy family fighting its own disease boosted research.. Can it spur new dementia treatments? 🗣️"Here was this beautiful family that really wanted to find a cure. And none of us scientists wanted to let them down." https://t.co/DBmpjpkxkl
Bridging India's MedTech Gap with Prototyping Labs
Announcing @BFI_Impact’s latest grant to mPragati. This is one of my most bullish bets on things I am trying to do on the philanthropy side to create an impact in healthcare in India. Here’s why: India has world class research and clinical expertise...
Tap Into These 9 Immediate Grants Now
Stop saying there’s no money out here. Y’all just not tapped in. Here are 9 grants you can apply for RIGHT NOW 👇🏾 ⸻ 1. Building Her Community Grant $5,000 For women building communities, memberships, or courses Apply: freelancingfemales.com/heartbeat If you’re building a community based business… this is low...
Asset Managers Embrace Philanthropy with Giving Pledge Initiative
Philanthropy is entering the playbook for asset managers. Joel Holsinger, Co-Head of Ares’ $50B Alternative Credit strategy, on Promote Giving, his giving journey, and bringing the Giving Pledge to investment firms. https://t.co/OEAxCOYMHD
Knight Cancer Institute Secures Record $2 Billion Gift
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute receives record $2 billion commitment from Phil and Penny Knight https://t.co/5rgDVaDUtv
Turning Young Professionals Into Tech‑Government Dual Citizens
Arun Gupta watched technology and government talk past each other for decades. Now, through NobleReach Foundation, he's helping young professionals become “dual citizens” of both worlds. Ade Adeniji Reports: https://tinyurl.com/yue473p6 Related IP Resources: Grants for Economic Development -https://tinyurl.com/mshe3f2r Tech Philanthropists -https://tinyurl.com/kphzx6ke Donor Insights for Workforce...
Ansaras' Healthcare Investments Transform Haiti and Beyond
Jim and Karen Ansara have invested deeply in creating healthcare facilities in Haiti and other countries, with growing impact. Guest Contributor, Susan Barnett Reports: https://tinyurl.com/yc6e924m GlobalHealth
Learn Proven Fundraising Strategies for Rare Diseases
Attn #RareDisease fam, we've got an amazing lineup of speakers in my NORD @RareDiseases session on ways to *actually* raise money for the cause, even now, especially now. Please come 🙏
Workday Co‑founder Donates $1.2B to Veterans, Animals, Education
The Workday and PeopleSoft cofounder's total giving tops $1.2 billion, according to the Dave & Cheryl Duffield Foundation. Here's where that money's been going. Martha Ramirez Reports: https://tinyurl.com/3wmyuzc2 Related IP Resources: Grants for Veterans -https://tinyurl.com/2kbszc55 Grants for Animal Rescue -https://tinyurl.com/4scf443k Grants for Higher Education -https://tinyurl.com/2dx6h3mu BillionaireGiving
Matt Mahan’s Rift With Billionaire Donors Deepens
Tensions between Matt Mahan and his billionaire donors. Is it the chicken or the egg? https://t.co/zfoBwJ3GGb
Crypto Ownership Outpaces Retirement Accounts Among Gen Z
Among Millennial millionaires specifically, 50% hold crypto. Gen Z investors are 4x more likely to own crypto than a retirement account. If you don’t offer a path to accept crypto giving as a nonprofit organization, you may be leaving gifts on the...
Prioritize Personal Connection, Energy, and Comfort at Philanthropy Events
Connect on the personal level, protect your energy, wear comfortable shoes — and other advice from the prequel to the world’s most intense philanthropy convening. Wendy Paris Reports: https://tinyurl.com/3jsz4h5d Related IP Resources: Skoll Foundation -https://tinyurl.com/mtkah795 How to Find New Donors for Your Nonprofit -https://tinyurl.com/h9678jf8 Major...
Philanthropy Must Embrace AI While Preserving Trust
As AI shifts from experimental to expected, philanthropy is facing a critical question: how to adopt these tools without compromising trust. In a recent piece from The Index Applied Substack, sector leaders—including Ashutosh Nandeshwar, Ph.D. (CCS Fundraising), Jean Westrick (Technology Association...
Private Funders Bridge Gap After U.S. Aid Cuts
U.S. cuts have devastated aid programs across the globe, but private funders are helping organizations like Helen Keller Intl continue at least some of their life-saving work. Constance Matthiessen Reports: https://tinyurl.com/yc8fnjb2 Related IP Resources: Global Health Grants -https://tinyurl.com/52eacu6a Grants for Global Development -https://tinyurl.com/533vjt2t Donor Insights...
Experiential Renewal Incentives Deepen Donor Loyalty
Experiential renewal incentives remind supporters why they joined your organization in the first place and further strengthen long-term relationships: https://mobilecommons.com/mcommons/resources/blog/44-creative-renewal-incentives-for-nonprofits-that-arent-discounts 💡