Chaos is not an accident. It’s an effective tactic used to harm our democracy. #AllByApril is proof of what philanthropy can do when we address uncertainty head-on, together.

Early giving is one of the clearest ways funders can protect democracy. In a new @npquarterly.bsky.social op-ed, @joegoldman.bsky.social outlines why internal processes, not external barriers, are often what slow election-year funding, and how funders can fix that now.

Which of these strategies can you act on this week? AllByApril.org #AllByApril #2026Elections

We’re proud to participate in @democracyfund.bsky.social's #AllByApril call to action by distributing 501c3 election-related funding to movements by April 30. allbyapril.org

Join us and your peers in committing to moving on your 2026 election giving this week. AllByApril.org #AllByApril #2026Elections

We’re hearing it directly from grantees: funding hasn’t arrived early enough to support 2026 election planning. Today, we’re kicking off an #AllByApril Week of Action to encourage fellow funders to move money to organizations sooner to protect the #2026Elections. AllByApril.org

For 2026, our president @joegoldman.bsky.social is hopeful that the pro-democracy coalition has “found our footing after a year of alarming democratic backsliding... we are more prepared and fortified as a field, and there is joy and momentum in that.” democracyfund.org/idea/welcomi...

Four questions Democracy Fund’s Janet Hernández asks herself before visiting a grantee. Read her full article on the importance of trust for successful partnerships between philanthropic and nonprofit organizations: nonprofitquarterly.org/what-does-it...

All by April is about more than just moving money — it’s an opportunity for philanthropy to show grantee partners that we have their backs. www.allbyapril.org

🗞️ Happy #GivingNewsDay! Every day, the 500+ nonprofit newsrooms in the INN Network provide fiercely independent journalism that informs, empowers and protects their communities. Everyone deserves access to news they trust. Find YOUR newsroom to support today: findyournews.org

⏰ The 2026 elections will be here faster than you think. 💰 Early money empowers nonprofit organizations to plan confidently, hire and train staff, and strengthen safety and operational infrastructure. Learn more about All by April: www.allbyapril.org

It’s not enough to be aware of the threats facing our elections—philanthropy must act. April is the latest point when nonprofits can still fully plan and prepare for the election cycle. Let’s get dollars out the door, #AllByApril. Visit AllByApril.org to learn more.

Early money meets the moment. When funders move quickly, nonprofits can plan confidently. This means more organizations supporting the election process can hire staff, lock in partnerships, and build trust long before November. Let’s get dollars out the door. #AllByApril AllByApril.org

“The fight for democracy is not separate from the individual causes we fund — it is the heartbeat of them all. And it is ours to protect.” For more insights from DF President @joegoldman.bsky.social and other leaders read: 🔒 www.philanthropy.com/opinion/defe... via @chronphilanthropy.bsky.social

All by April is about more than just moving money — it’s an opportunity for philanthropy to show grantee partners that we have their backs. Ask yourself: How can I make it as easy as possible for elections and voting nonprofits to get the 501(c)(3) resources they need? #AllByApril AllByApril.org

Solidaire members are proud to support @DemocracyFund.bsky.social #AllByApril campaign to ask philanthropy to move all 501(c)(3) funds to support community governing power out the door by April 30, 2026. Democracy can’t wait, and neither can those defending it. Learn more at www.allbyapril.org

If you're a fundor, donor, or advisor, check out AllByApril.org to learn how you can support free, fair, and representative elections!

📢 We’re excited to announce that All by April 2026 starts TODAY! When we first launched #AllByApril in 2024, hundreds of funders accelerated their timelines and moved $155M to support nonpartisan election-related work. 🏁 Let’s get moving and see what we can do in 2026! allbyapril.org

💫 40 pro-democracy jobs are available right now on our partner job board 💫 Check it out for yourself or share with a friend! network-jobs.democracyfund.org/companies

Today we want to express our gratitude to everyone who has worked to make sure our election is free, fair, representative, and secure. Thousands of people dedicate their time not just on Election Day, but every day, to help their neighbors exercise their right to vote.

Strong local media is a key feature of a strong democracy. The new series “Reimagining Local News,” hosted by author and journalist Charles Blow, shares how communities are proving what’s possible by reimagining how local news can better serve, inform, and connect us all. reimagininglocalnews.com

The government shutdown is compounding financial strains on nonprofits. Leaders are considering measures such as applying for loans and seeking emergency aid from funders to stay afloat. Stephanie Beasley breaks down what’s at stake: www.philanthropy.com/article/what...

Change in local media isn't just possible: it's already here. Check out the new series from our partner Press Forward — “Reimagining Local News” which shines a light on the people and newsroom models across the country that are writing a new chapter for local news. reimagininglocalnews.com

What can donors do right now to prevent further democratic backslide & disrupt authoritarian power consolidation? @joegoldman.bsky.social shares his advice in the latest episode of the Giving Done Right podcast from Center for Effective Philanthropy. bit.ly/gdrs5episode6

If you want to work for democracy, check out the 28 open positions our partners are hiring for (link in thread). If you already work in public service, check out these resources. thepublicservicealliance.com

New 2024 election data from Democracy Fund’s associate director of research Rob Griffin, with Davin Caughey, Bernard Fraga, and Christopher Warshaw. Their research reveals a troubling expansion of racial inequality in voter turnout in 2024. goodauthority.org/news/2024-br...

Check out Democracy Fund president @joegoldman.bsky.social’s recent interview on the Giving Done Right podcast, where he shared insights on how the pro-democracy community can move forward in these challenging times. givingdoneright.org/season-5-epi...

Democracy Fund president Joe Goldman shares a strategy update on our new program and team structures, and how these changes will allow us to make greater contributions to a safe, free, and secure future for all Americans. democracyfund.org/idea/democra...

The reported efforts by the federal govt to manufacture criminal charges against the Open Society Foundations is yet another deliberate attempt to instill fear, punish dissent and fracture civil society. It is an affront to the 1st Amendment & the Constitution’s core commitment to free expression...

Whistleblowers–employees of conscience who expose corruption—are vital defenders of our representative democracy. Our Democracy Protection Initiative is here to support them. Learn more at whistleblower.org/democracy-pr... 🇺🇸

Our Democracy Protection Initiative safeguards employees who expose abuses of power intended to threaten elections, free speech, and peaceful transitions of power. We provide legal representation, offer Know Your Rights trainings, and advocate for stronger whistleblower protections.

⚖️ In a true democracy, no one is above the law, human rights are afforded to all, and the government is fully accountable to its people.

Happy International Democracy Day! As our president @joegoldman.bsky.social recently reminded us, "The dream of a just, inclusive multiracial democracy — rooted in racial justice — is as important as ever." Today we're reflecting on the vision and mission that guides our work.

Political violence has become all too common in America. It must be condemned absolutely and in no uncertain terms wherever it occurs. (1/2)

Last January we made a pledge: to be courageous, hopeful, humble, and resilient in the face of great trauma and change. Yesterday, Democracy Fund president @joegoldman.bsky.social shared the latest updates on what that looks like. democracyfund.org/idea/how-dem...

Looking for a new opportunity? If you want to work in the pro-democracy field, our network #jobs board has 52 openings, from entry-level to C-suite positions. network-jobs.democracyfund.org/jobs

Democracy Fund president @joegoldman.bsky.social explains our process to adapt to the needs of the moment and to better optimize the resources we provide to the pro-democracy field. democracyfund.org/idea/how-dem...

Military deployment first to L.A. and now D.C. are moves straight from the authoritarian playbook. Funders and grantees must resist the weaponization of law enforcement, bad-faith congressional investigations, and attacks on our partners’ ability to serve their communities. (1/3)

We’re thrilled to launch Building Bridges: An Immigrant Media Training Program, a new project-based opportunity for newsrooms. 💡 Build products with immigrant communities 📅 Jan–May 2026 💰 $10K stipend Applications are now open. Learn more: documentedny.com/education/

A recent report by Democracy Fund grantees @protectdemocracy.org and @newamerica.org explains how proportional representation is an electoral reform that "delivers a more inclusive and responsive political system for all."

Young voters are often left on the margins of U.S. politics. Could winner-take-all elections be part of the reason? @oscarp.bsky.social and @dustinwahl.bsky.social examine the system’s impact in a new @protectdemocracy.org report. protectdemocracy.org/work/age-div...

Women have more opportunities to run & win in ranked choice elections, like the historic 2021 election of 31 women to the New York City Council. As New Yorkers vote today, they are benefiting from increased collaboration between campaigns, better candidates & more options to make their voices heard!

How does BIPOC-led philanthropy view the relationship between racial inequality and democracy? Democracy Fund’s Lauren Hill unveils a new analysis of funders for Candid, explaining how “BIPOC-led philanthropy is stepping up."

Looking for a new opportunity? Check out the 59 current openings on our partner network jobs board. network-jobs.democracyfund.org/jobs #job #jobs

Democracy Fund grantee @representwomen.bsky.social's 2025 Gender Parity Index shows: 📊 Women are still running, winning, and breaking barriers. ❌ Less than 1/3 of Congress are women 🌍 U.S. ranks 78th globally for women in parliament Progress is real, but too slow. ➡️ bit.ly/4mqLz6a #RepresentWomen

In the wake of the decision to end federal funding for public media, we’re revisiting @jcstearns.bsky.social‬ compelling case for supporting local news. democracyfund.org/idea/why-fun...

How is BIPOC-led philanthropy doing things differently? Democracy Fund’s Lauren Hill unveils a new analysis of funders for Candid, explaining how “BIPOC-led philanthropy is stepping up."

Democracy needs you! Check out the latest opportunities to work for democracy on our partner network. network-jobs.democracyfund.org/companies/am... #jobs

Opinion: At a time of escalating threats on journalists, grant makers should bolster the security of nonprofit media outlets but also can’t ignore the risks they face, writes Carroll Bogert, former president of the Marshall Project. Read the full essay at: https://phlnthrp.com/4mlWr5q

There’s a lot of problems with the Trump administration taking over the D.C. police force and planning to send the National Guard into the city. This article points out a big one: the powerful and unnecessary new surveillance powers the government will have over the city’s citizens.