Nonprofit and philanthropy news covering charitable giving, foundations, humanitarian work, and social impact organizations.
This commentary presents an interview with Louise Crow, CEO of mySociety, discussing the organization's two-decade history in civic tech, its tools like FixMyStreet and WhatDoTheyKnow, and the challenges of gaining government approval for oppositional technologies. Crow emphasizes the importance of open-source code and global replication of their models.
This commentary argues that volunteering at a food charity can combat loneliness and improve mental health, using the personal story of Ian White to illustrate the transformative power of community connection and purpose.
This commentary argues that Warren Buffett's lifelong commitment to philanthropy, rooted in his early marriage, demonstrates a principled approach to wealth. It contends that Buffett's shift away from the Gates Foundation and his trust in his children's charitable decisions reflect his evolving strategy and personal values.
William Foster, managing partner of Bridgespan Group, will become president and CEO of Pew Charitable Trusts on March 1, 2027. He succeeds Susan K. Urahn, who has been CEO since 2020 and remains through February 2027. Pew is a nonprofit with trusts valued at $6.1 billion as of 2024.
Amnesty International UK self-reported to the Charity Commission after publishing a report that described JK Rowling's women's centre Beira's Place as 'anti-rights'. The organization apologized and removed the report, saying it bypassed internal review. Lawyers for Beira's Place have threatened legal action unless Amnesty apologizes, withdraws the report, and commissions an external review.
This commentary argues that MacKenzie Scott's massive charitable giving has not reduced her net worth due to the appreciation of her Amazon stock holdings. It contends that concentrated equity wealth in a bull market allows billionaires to give away billions without getting poorer, highlighting the paradox of philanthropic giving amid rising asset values.
New York Giants co-owner Laurie Tisch was named ESPN's Sports Philanthropist of the Year for her $10 million Play to Thrive initiative, which uses sports to support youth development and underserved communities. The initiative partners with Gotham FC, Playworks, and others. Tisch has led the Illumination Fund since 2007.