The murder of Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, is the latest in a wave of nonprofit-related violence. Charities are now seeking more funding from foundations and government programs to secure events—and some leaders want stronger focus on personal safety. https://phlnthrp.com/3W27y7G

AI is already transforming the fundraising landscape. To navigate this new territory, Nathan Chappell, co-founder of Fundraising.AI shares a guide to help you govern how you deploy the technology ethically and strategically. Read the full guide at: https://phlnthrp.com/3IsXO3d

Legacy challenges are matching campaigns for planned gifts. They're bringing in a lot of new commitments — and uncovering ones that donors have already made. Fundraisers share their best tips for a successful drive. https://phlnthrp.com/42xzB2A #fundraising #plannedgiving

More than 100 foundations are standing united against attacks from the White House on progressive funders in the wake of the Charlie Kirk shooting. https://phlnthrp.com/4mlOKLH

Want to make a difference close to home? In this episode of the Giving Done Right podcast, 🎙️ hosts Phil Buchanan and Grace Nicolette explore how community foundations—philanthropy led of, by, and for the people—are working to build thriving communities. Listen in at: https://phlnthrp.com/4nEa2oE

Opinion: Record-high endowments won’t translate to foundation generosity. Even as assets soar, nonprofits are unlikely to benefit, writes Howard Freeman. https://phlnthrp.com/4ncIebp Freeman is founder and CEO of Rōmy.

Timothy Shriver, chair of Special Olympics International and co-creator of the Dignity Index, is leading the charge to change how we converse. Join us on Sept. 23 as he shares how elevating our dialogue can bridge divides and foster real understanding. Register 👉 https://phlnthrp.com/4gkoQ9H

The murder of Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, is the latest in a wave of nonprofit-related violence. Charities are now seeking more funding from foundations and government programs to secure events—and some leaders want stronger focus on personal safety. https://phlnthrp.com/4ptf5dt

Opinion: Amid the rage that followed Kirk's assassination, some young people are building a hopeful movement that could push the country away from hate and toward the change philanthropy seeks, writes Manu Meel of BridgeUSA. https://phlnthrp.com/4nXv3Lt

Open Society Foundations, the family philanthropy of hedge fund billionaire George Soros, has been one of the largest funders of human rights organizations around the world. But what that means has changed in recent years, with a new focus on addressing inequality. https://phlnthrp.com/4mHkVW9

After Charlie Kirk’s killing, the Trump admin is accusing progressive nonprofits of inciting violence — without presenting evidence. Experts warn this could reshape free speech rights for the sector. https://phlnthrp.com/4nHJDqd

We're still tracking emergency funding. Today we report on the William Penn Foundation's release of $10 million in special grants and the decision behind the closure of rapid response funding for international aid after raising $12 million. Read the full updates at: https://phlnthrp.com/46av1K7

We're still tracking emergency funding. Today we report on the William Penn Foundation's release of $10 million in special grants and the decision behind the closure of rapid response funding for international aid after raising $12 million. Read the full updates at: https://phlnthrp.com/4nFSVmG

More than 100 foundations are standing united against attacks from the White House. Foundations band together to defend their freedom of speech as the White House rails against progressive funders in the wake of the Charlie Kirk shooting. https://phlnthrp.com/3K53e53

Emmys host Nate Bargatze promised to give $100,000 to the Boys & Girls Clubs during the Emmys — vowed to deduct $1,000 for every second that an acceptance speech went over the allotted time and added the same amount for every second under the limit. https://phlnthrp.com/4gsw9Mx

AI is already transforming the fundraising landscape. To navigate this new territory, Nathan Chappell, co-founder of Fundraising.AI shares a guide to help you govern how you deploy the technology ethically and strategically. Read the full guide at: https://phlnthrp.com/4poZziv

Stay informed on key developments in the nonprofit sector and gain insights into how leaders are addressing ongoing changes in Washington. Subscribe to "Need to Know This Week," our newsletter for essential stories and expert analysis. ✏️ Sign up today: https://phlnthrp.com/3VJY4Op

Timothy Shriver, chair of Special Olympics International and co-creator of the Dignity Index, is leading the charge to change how we converse. Join us on Sept. 23 as he shares how elevating our dialogue can bridge divides and foster real understanding. Register 👉 https://phlnthrp.com/4gkoQ9H

Legacy challenges are matching campaigns for planned gifts. They're bringing in a lot of new commitments — and uncovering ones that donors have already made. Fundraisers share their best tips for a successful drive. https://phlnthrp.com/46CaC0t #fundraising #plannedgiving

Ahead of the nation's 250th birthday and days after the killing of conservative advocate Charlie Kirk, a $56 million philanthropic effort launches to rekindle civic learning, engagement, and action. https://phlnthrp.com/48fKn14

In 2021, twin sisters Jo and Joy Banner launched the Descendants Project and over the course of its first two years grew revenue nearly ten-fold from just over $190,000 to $1.8 million through strong relationships with funders such as the Mellon Foundation. https://phlnthrp.com/42lDRlI

Opinion: Right-of-center donors would join with their progressive counterparts to replace public media's lost federal funding — if the money goes to local stations, says Howard Husock of American Enterprise Institute for #TheCommons. https://phlnthrp.com/3VeUTOx

The global women's rights movement is losing billions of dollars. But the leader of a nonprofit group called Mama Cash explains how participatory grant making can create lasting change, from Kenya to Argentina. Listen in to the latest Giving done Right podcast episode. https://phlnthrp.com/48fWmvz

Opinion: On the anniversary of 9-11, lessons from that crisis on how the sector should handle the current one, writes Eboo Patel, founder and president of Interfaith America. https://phlnthrp.com/4pq2Azq

Opinion: Readers push back on op-ed’s call to reject government funding. The author, they contend, misunderstands the nonprofit sector’s role and the value of public dollars. Read three recent letters to the editor at: https://phlnthrp.com/4mYy0Lk

The Kresge Foundation is moving it's headquarters back to Detroit and plans to invest in beautifying vacant lots, developing commercial corridors, and providing rental and homebuyer down payment assistance as well as property tax relief. https://phlnthrp.com/4nrao1R

In 2025, nonprofits are being squeezed from every direction — forcing many to consider options once seen as last resorts. One increasingly common solution? Strategic mergers. Read how nonprofits are adapting to a new reality: https://phlnthrp.com/4nrdKlq

Timothy Shriver, chair of Special Olympics International and co-creator of the Dignity Index, is leading the charge to change how we converse. Join us on Sept. 23 as he shares how elevating our dialogue can bridge divides and foster real understanding. Register 👉 https://phlnthrp.com/4gkoQ9H

In 2021, twin sisters Jo and Joy Banner launched the Descendants Project and over the course of its first two years grew revenue nearly ten-fold from just over $190,000 to $1.8 million through strong relationships with funders such as the Mellon Foundation. https://phlnthrp.com/4pi3sG3

Opinion: Kirk’s killing is unleashing new attacks on civil society. We must respond with bravery. Political violence must never become a pretext for crushing a strong and independent nonprofit sector, writes Ben Soskis. https://phlnthrp.com/4mYgnLF

Many nonprofits face a choice — double down on support for DEI regardless of the potential cost or stay under the radar to keep the dollars flowing until the storm passes. The Chronicle looks at the stark challenges several charities face, and how they’re responding. https://phlnthrp.com/3JXUaig

The Chronicle's survey of 350+ nonprofit leaders reveals that organizations spending more than 3% of their budget on technology are twice as likely to use it in advanced ways. Yet most nonprofits are spending far less. Read more: https://phlnthrp.com/46w4Jlt

An effective board of directors is a major asset, but a lackluster one can hold a nonprofit back from its full potential. This collection of stories will help you build a strong board — and empower trustees to govern well. #advice #nonprofits https://phlnthrp.com/41MTVwN

Opinion: Right-of-center donors would join with their progressive counterparts to replace public media's lost federal funding — if the money goes to local stations, says Howard Husock of American Enterprise Institute. #TheCommons www.philanthropy.com/commons/publ...

More than 130 foundations are using Grant Guardian, a free AI tool developed by the Patrick J. McGovern Foundation, to generate a scorecard on grant applicants’ finances. The Chronicle spoke with Vilas Dhar to find out how it works. www.philanthropy.com/article/how-...

Patagonia and its founder, Yvon Chouinard, have longed showed that profits can spill, even gush, into purpose. Read this Q&A with David Gelles about his new book on a rare American species — the "dirtbag billionaire." www.philanthropy.com/article/pata...

2025 is a year that has been full of challenges, but the trials are also forcing organizations — including those that may have grown complacent — to make some tough choices and find creative new approaches. Here’s how charities are reinventing themselves: www.philanthropy.com/article/a-ne...

Our September issue is live! Amid the chaos of 2025, nonprofits are reinventing themselves to survive. Some are looking to partnerships as a lifeline. This month's magazine details how charities are adapting and innovating. Dive into the issue: www.philanthropy.com/issue/current

The Chronicle spoke with four fundraising experts about how to craft a year-end campaign that breaks through to donors and meets revenue goals — even in a challenging climate. https://phlnthrp.com/3JQCGo6

📊 Data-driven fundraising delivers results — but how do you make the case for investing in it? On September 9, join our complimentary online forum to learn how nonprofit leaders are turning data insights into fundraising success — even with tight budgets. Register today: https://phlnthrp.com/4oyZbxy

Opinion: Nonprofit sector must stop equating program size with value. Recent op-ed is right that small initiatives can be highly effective at creating change, writes Rhiannon Orizaga. https://phlnthrp.com/4nizYpP Orizaga is the executive director of ArtWorks for Milwaukee.

On the season five premiere of the Giving Done Right podcast, Mark Suzman, CEO of the Gates Foundation, shares what this means and how donors can respond weighs in on the crisis in international development brought on by the dismantling of USAID. https://phlnthrp.com/4pepauM

Announcing the speakers! We're delighted to welcome Jessica Browning and Rachel Smith as our panelists for our #philwebinar on September 18. They'll share proven strategies to reverse donor decline and build lasting relationships with small-dollar supporters. Register 👉 https://phlnthrp.com/4mZvGUv

Amidst soaring housing costs, a federal program that has helped build or repair more than 1.3 million affordable homes in the last three decades is on the chopping block. Trump wants to kill the program, which was started under President George H.W. Bush in the 1990s. https://phlnthrp.com/41Dcd3k

The new tax law will alter the nonprofit sector in many ways, affecting foundation grant making, donor and corporate giving, and how college assets will be taxed. Take our quiz and See how well you understand the law, its impact on nonprofits, and more. 👉 https://phlnthrp.com/4g6n6Ay

How did fundraising change 40 years ago when President Ronald Reagan cut federal funding? The Chronicle's CEO @stacypalmer.bsky.social‬ shares her insights on the We Are For Good podcast. 🎧 Apple: https://phlnthrp.com/4lW5Zmn 🎧 Spotify: https://phlnthrp.com/4mQyjYP

Preparing to run a capital campaign? Understanding the strengths of your board members is key to their effective participation in a multiyear drive, the experts say. https://phlnthrp.com/4p6yfpl

Opinion: The lessons Katherine Hayes learned from her family’s approach to philanthropy made it clear that a different path was needed — for her and the larger sector. https://phlnthrp.com/41Bp4TG

Chronicle CEO @stacypalmer.bsky.social is joining a great panel of speakers for the Journalism and Women Symposium (JAWS) on Sept. 5-7 in D.C. Click through to learn more. @womenjournos.bsky.social

Sneak peek at the cover of the September issue! Amid the chaos of 2025, nonprofits are reinventing themselves to survive. Some are looking to partnerships as a lifeline. This month's magazine details how charities are adapting and innovating. The issue drops on Tuesday, September 9.