Wealthy women gave generously for women’s education from 1870 to 1900. Most of today’s women billionaires have different priorities. Dawn Wolfe(@drwolfe.bsky.social) Reports: tinyurl.com/35mr49wz Check out all the articles here: tinyurl.com/28xk5d8j #BigPhilanthropy #WealthGap #MegaDonors

The winners of the first Gilded Age recognized the importance of supporting the arts and building arts institutions. Are today’s big-time earners doing the same? Wendy Paris(@wendyparis.bsky.social) Reports: tinyurl.com/4n3946by #BigPhilanthropy

During the first Gilded Age, philanthropy helped set the stage for the U.S. public education system. Today, many billionaire donors appear intent on abolishing it altogether. Constance Matthiessen Reports: tinyurl.com/y7cmbv34 #BigPhilanthropy #WealthGap #MegaDonors #Billionaires

A conversation with sociology professor Rachel Sherman on perfectionism, guilt, legacy and what’s stopping some of the mega-wealthy from becoming megadonors. Mike Scutari Reports: tinyurl.com/384tfc7a Check out all the articles here: tinyurl.com/28xk5d8j #BigPhilanthropy #WealthGap #MegaDonors

Very few ultra-wealthy people support efforts to bring about systemic economic change. There are, however, some exceptions to note. @martharamirez.bsky.social Reports: tinyurl.com/ycxzy859 Check out all the articles here: tinyurl.com/28xk5d8j #BigPhilanthropy #WealthGap #MegaDonors #Billionaires

Transparency is entirely optional for today's billionaire donors. Many decline to reveal much at all, despite reaping tax benefits. @kavate.bsky.social Reports: tinyurl.com/bdhmfhw5 Check out all the new Gilded Age articles here: tinyurl.com/28xk5d8j #BigPhilanthropy #MegaDonors #Billionaires

Billionaire wealth — and billionaire giving — has exploded in a new Gilded Age. Inside Philanthropy launches a special series on how extreme wealth is reshaping philanthropy, starting with an article by our Editor-in-Chief David Callahan on what’s next. 🔗 tinyurl.com/42mymfau #Philanthropy

The megadonor’s latest round marks a dramatic scaling up not just of her own giving in the space, but of climate philanthropy full stop. Here's who got a taste in 2025. Michael Kavate(@kavate.bsky.social) Reports: tinyurl.com/b9uh9tnp #ClimatePhilanthropy #MacKenzieScott #ClimateJustice

No applications. No deadlines. No grant cycles. So how do nonprofits get DAF funding? Here’s the breakdown 👇 tinyurl.com/4pyhff7k #Philanthropy #DonorAdvisedFunds #DAFs

Arnold Ventures’ sometimes-controversial executive vice president of criminal justice talks funding for science-based reform. Dawn Wolfe(@drwolfe.bsky.social) Reports: tinyurl.com/yuvm7dup #EconomicJustice #Philanthropy #WorkingFamilies #FundTheFrontlines #CivicPower #CommunityOrganizing

The All by April campaign wants donors to start investing in protecting and defending the 2026 midterm elections right away. Sarah Henry Reports: tinyurl.com/y4t6ybve #EconomicJustice #WorkersRights #FightForWorkingPeople #PhilanthropyForChange #StateVoices #CommunityPower #EconomicEquity

Scott's end-of-year update detailed 186 gifts totaling over $7.1 billion. IP's Mike Scutari takes a closer look. Mike Scutari Reports: tinyurl.com/d4m5z8pv #MacKenzieScott #YieldGiving #MegaPhilanthropy #TrustBasedPhilanthropy #NonprofitFunding #SocialImpact #EquityInAction #GlobalGiving #HBCUs

Armando Enrique Zumaya of Somos El Poder highlights why offering fundraising support is a key way funders can back the groups that need it most. Guest Contributor, Armando Zumaya Reports: tinyurl.com/ys382vt3 #NonprofitLeadership #Fundraising #CapacityBuilding #NonprofitFunding #IndividualGiving

As trust in the press hits all-time lows, there’s actually a lot that funders can do to help restore confidence in a critical institution for democracy. Martha Ramirez(@martharamirez.bsky.social) Reports: tinyurl.com/2m4nudts #Journalism #LocalNews #Philanthropy #MediaLiteracy #Disinformation

Efforts to squeeze more impact out of charitable dollars aren't new. But none have had the traction of EA, with its moral urgency and stark framing of choices. David Callahan Reports: tinyurl.com/yetfrz2w #EffectiveAltruism #GivingTuesday #GiveMore #GiveBetter #SmartGiving #EvidenceBasedGiving

Amid deadly conflict, Sudanese first responders are succeeding where international systems have failed. Why have funders been so slow to scale this work? Guest Contributors, Tom Perriello and Andrea Tracy Report: tinyurl.com/bdfa6try #SudanCrisis #MutualAid #EmergencyResponseRooms

A large group of funders, including MacKenzie Scott and the NFL, are backing an expansion to the fund’s distinctive antipoverty model. Connie Matthiessen(@cmatthiessen.bsky.social) Reports: tinyurl.com/3phx66e5 #GreenLightFund #PovertyReduction #SocialMobility #CommunityDevelopment

The affinity group’s annual conference this fall offered a window into the vibe among arts funders at a challenging moment. Katherine Don Reports: tinyurl.com/2zzpuns2 #ArtsFunding #GrantmakersInTheArts #Philanthropy #CulturalEquity #UnrestrictedFunding #ArtistsFirst #CommunityArts #SocialJustice

What if “bridges” are actually how we build power? Dennis Markatos-Soriano (East Coast Greenway Alliance) argues durable democratic power is built through connection + shared purpose—and the kind of bridge-building that brings communities together. Read: tinyurl.com/9d7hkrzu

The foundation’s Democracy, Rights and Governance Initiative seeks to strengthen a democracy field beset by government cuts, declining trust and the rise of AI. Mike Scutari Reports: tinyurl.com/5n6d9ty3 #Democracy #CivicEngagement #Governance #Nonprofits #AI #TrustAndSafety #Polarization

The billionaire OpenAI CEO and his husband, an Australian software engineer, pledged to support “technology that helps create abundance for people.” Mike Scutari Reports: tinyurl.com/3ppbpe5r #GivingPledge #SamAltman #OpenAI #TechPhilanthropy #AIForGood #AISafety #UniversalBasicIncome

Guest author Michael Parker on what psychology tells us about major donors — and the neat narratives that often surround them. Guest Contributor, Michael Parker Reports: tinyurl.com/2s26b75b #NonprofitLeadership #CivilSociety #Democracy #CommunityConnection #ClimateAction #PublicHealth

Today (online): 1–2 PM ET — multi-year learner outcomes reporting that holds up ahead of 2026 expectations. With ECMC Foundation, Learn to Earn Dayton + CDX Data. Register: tinyurl.com/42yfx58z #ImpactReporting #Workforce #EducationData

Online briefing (Dec 8): 2026 outcomes reporting is approaching—fast. How to show multi-year learner outcomes with accuracy + interoperability. 1–2 PM ET w/ ECMC Foundation, Learn to Earn Dayton + CDX Data. Register: tinyurl.com/42yfx58z #ImpactReporting #EducationData #Workforce

The foundation's latest big climate adaptation pledge leaves us asking whether this “new commitment” really marks a step forward. Michael Kavate(@kavate.bsky.social) Reports: tinyurl.com/4va42346 #ClimatePhilanthropy #GatesFoundation #SmallholderFarmers #ClimateAdaptation #GlobalDevelopment

What does the National Study of Philanthropic Practice report from Grantmakers For Effective Organizations tell us about grantmaking trends? Dawn Wolfe(@drwolfe.bsky.social) Reports: tinyurl.com/4kmjwk33 #Grantmaking #FoundationPayout #GeneralOperatingSupport #MultiYearFunding

For a decade, Ford’s BUILD program awarded unrestricted, multi-year funding. Will the foundation implement this approach across all its grantmaking now? Mike Scutari Reports: tinyurl.com/349x39wa #MentalHealth #Philanthropy #MindfulPhilanthropy #Wellbeing #AddictionRecovery #CommunityHealth

The funder network has grown substantially since 2020, but has actual mental health funding measured up? Connie Matthiessen(@cmatthiessen.bsky.social) Reports: tinyurl.com/2mhfzc88 #MentalHealth #Philanthropy #MindfulPhilanthropy #Wellbeing #AddictionRecovery #CommunityHealth #YouthMentalHealth

As leaders of color in philanthropy, the burgeoning higher ed donors are harnessing networks, tech and narrative to power a more inclusive idea of success. Ade Adeniji(@adeadeniji.bsky.social) Reports: tinyurl.com/muf38t7x #HigherEducation #BlackPhilanthropy #LatinoPhilanthropy #BennettCollege

There’s much to like about Michael and Susan Dell’s surprise $6.25 billion for children’s savings accounts, but also grounds for concern. David Callahan Reports: tinyurl.com/a5rb42es #WealthGap #AssetBuilding #PublicPolicy #EconomicMobility #BillionaireGiving #GivingTrends #Inequality

Part of a storied New York real estate family, LeFrak is betting on women, reentry and financial fluency through her giving vehicle Same Sky. Ade Adeniji(@adeadeniji.bsky.social) Reports: tinyurl.com/3m6ccsn3 #WomenAndGirls #EconomicMobility #Reentry #GlobalDevelopment #WorkforceDevelopment

The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation stands out in the fight on behalf of those who have informally inherited their ancestors’ lands, buildings or homes. Dawn Wolfe(@drwolfe.bsky.social) Reports: tinyurl.com/ehx4pttt #HeirsProperty #RacialWealthGap #LandJustice #HousingJustice #BlackFarmers

Backed by donors like Ron Terwilliger, the NGO is working to develop scalable ways to build homes for the billions worldwide who lack access to adequate housing. Martha Ramirez(@martharamirez.bsky.social) Reports: tinyurl.com/576v2nvy #HousingIsAHumanRight #AffordableHousing #HabitatForHumanity

As homelessness in the U.S. reaches record levels, here's what some major billionaires are funding. Martha Ramirez(@martharamirez.bsky.social) Reports: tinyurl.com/dx7rxdnj #HomelessnessCrisis #HousingForAll #Philanthropy #AffordableHousing #WealthGap #SocialImpact #HousingJustice #EndHomelessness

Two dedicated backers of fossil fuel opposition movements report rising funder interest. Could a foundation arising from an iconic American brand offer a model for others? Michael Kavate(@kavate.bsky.social) Reports: tinyurl.com/2zsd35ca #ClimateAction #ClimateJustice #CleanEnergy #CommunityPower

Nicole Rodriguez Leach heads the affinity group during a period of high uncertainty for the sector. Connie Matthiessen(@cmatthiessen.bsky.social) Reports: tinyurl.com/mr34c5x6 #EducationPhilanthropy #GrantmakersForEducation #EdFunders #EducationInnovation #EquityInEducation #PhilanthropyImpact

Nonprofits on all sides engage in a range of legal activities to influence politics, as more donors look to convert wealth into power. David Callahan Reports: tinyurl.com/etcnak66 #MoneyInPolitics #Democracy #PolicyInfluence #NonprofitSector #CivicPower #PoliticalSpending #WealthAndPower

The Pro-Democracy Campaign's report is a call to action — and funding. Sarah Henry Reports: tinyurl.com/muftmapm #Democracy #CivicPower #GrassrootsOrganizing #VoterEngagement #CommunityLeadership #PowerBuilding #YearRoundOrganizing #SocialImpact #CivicParticipation #PhilanthropyForDemocracy

In three telling reports released in the weeks around the United Nations climate conference, billionaire spending, rural outreach and foreign funders stand out. Michael Kavate(@kavate.bsky.social) Reports: tinyurl.com/mr442ebf #ClimatePhilanthropy #ClimateFunding #EnvironmentalJustice

The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation is making a $50 million donation as historically underfunded HBCUs are seeing a new surge in funding. Mike Scutari Reports: tinyurl.com/3xrjzhr3 #HBCU #HBCUPride #Philanthropy #EducationEquity #CollegeAccess #StudentSuccess #BlackExcellence

The organization, which has been primarily funded by Facebook cofounder Dustin Moskovitz and wife Cari Tuna, has rebranded as both a grantmaker and philanthropic advisor. Mike Scutari Reports: tinyurl.com/yh2fw57v #CoefficientGiving #EffectiveAltruism #Philanthropy #DustinMoskovitz #CariTuna

All of us will get old. Here are seven major funders working to help Americans do so with dignity and care. Wendy Paris Reports: tinyurl.com/2zfss6mb #AgingJustice #ReframingAging #AgingInAmerica #Philanthropy #ElderCare #SocialImpact #HealthyAging #Caregiving #AgeFriendly #NonprofitSector

The $250 million Action for Women’s Health open call awarded large, often transformative gifts to organizations facing down attacks on women's health and rights. Connie Matthiessen(@cmatthiessen.bsky.social) Reports: tinyurl.com/bdzvza5f #WomensHealth #Pivotal #MelindaFrenchGates

Funders are backing a plan to manufacture a low-cost injectable jab that could be a game-changer for HIV treatment in Africa and elsewhere. Laurie Udesky Reports: tinyurl.com/45nxjurn #HIVPrevention #GlobalHealth #PrEP #Lenacapavir #WomensHealth #SubSaharanAfrica #PEPFAR #GatesFoundation

Most people support climate action but think they are a minority. Most grantmakers also do, but very few fund climate mitigation. Michael Kavate(@kavate.bsky.social) Reports: tinyurl.com/mtx3d5yf #ClimateAction #ClimateJustice #Nonprofits #ClimateFunding #Sustainability #ImpactGiving #CleanEnergy

Despite California’s severe housing shortage, foundations are still funding on the wrong side of the housing fight there, guest author Ned Resnikoff writes. Guest Contributor, Ned Resnikoffr: tinyurl.com/56a72atc #HousingCrisis #CaliforniaHousing #YIMBY #AffordableHousing #HousingPolicy

The Trump administration has slashed evidence-based community intervention programs that have been shown to prevent gun violence. Can funding from Everytown and others help? Connie Matthiessen(@cmatthiessen.bsky.social) Reports: tinyurl.com/4u5x6h9n #GunViolencePrevention #CommunitySafety #CVI

The shutdown showed that for all philanthropy can and should do to address hunger and poverty, it’s ultimately the government that is responsible for the wellbeing of its people. Martha Ramirez(@martharamirez.bsky.social) Reports: tinyurl.com/3aaam6m2 #FoodSecurity #SNAPBenefits #PovertyCrisis

OpenAI's restructuring gave the OpenAI Foundation a $130 billion equity stake in the new for-profit OpenAI public benefit corporation, instantly making it one of the flushest grantmakers in the country. Mike Scutari Reports: tinyurl.com/3cawnn7c #AI #OpenAI #TechPhilanthropy #AIEthics #AIFuture

“Am I Next?” Using Art, a California Foundation Highlights Stories of ICE Abductees Wendy Paris (@wendyparis.bsky.social) Reports: tinyurl.com/2a6hu9ja #ImmigrantRights #StopTheRaids #HumanRights #CCF #AmINext #ProtectFamilies #CommunityPower #LACommunity #CivicAction #DemocracyInDanger