Nonprofit Insights

As philanthropy navigates the digital age, grantmaking institutions find themselves at a pivotal crossroads. The adoption of technology has become a beacon of efficiency, transforming the way grants are managed, applied for, and distributed. Yet, amidst this technological evolution, one must stop and ponder: What becomes of the personal interaction that has long been the cornerstone of meaningful philanthropic work? …

The philanthropic landscape is undergoing a profound transformation, one that promises to redefine the very tenets of grantmaking. Foundations, philanthropists, and granting agencies are awakening to a pivotal truth: equity and inclusion are not mere buzzwords but essential components for effecting genuine, systemic change. This long-overdue shift recognizes that embracing diversity is critical in overcoming the entrenched barriers that marginalize …

In the philanthropic ecosystem, a critical tension often exists between the visions and expectations of grantmakers and the on-the-ground realities faced by nonprofit organizations. The common disconnects between these two entities can lead to frustrations, inefficiencies, and, most importantly, missed opportunities for social impact. To address these issues, we must explore and understand the nature of these misalignments and seek …

As the landscape of governmental policies continues to shift, the repercussions for the nonprofit sector are both profound and far-reaching. Recent changes in federal and state funding initiatives have initiated a transformation in the landscape for nonprofit professionals and researchers who rely heavily on grants to support their work. The dance between policy change and grant availability is intricate, with …

In the diverse ecosystem of nonprofit funding, one stream that has drawn both intrigue and skepticism is faith-based funding. This form of financial support, rooted in religious institutions and beliefs, has been a bedrock for many organizations but is often veiled in misconceptions and myths. Today, we aim to unearth the reality of faith-based funding’s sustainability, offering data-driven insights and …

As the nonprofit sector emerges from the shadow of the pandemic, there is an anticipation mixed with anxiety about the evolving landscape of grant funding. The world is not the same, and neither are the conditions that define grant eligibility. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for nonprofit professionals and organizations that depend on grants for their operations …

In the world of grant-making and nonprofit work, the measurement of impact is both an art and a science. Foundations, donors, and nonprofit leaders seek concrete evidence of the difference their money and efforts are making in the communities they serve. However, when those communities are incredibly diverse and affected by complex societal factors, quantifying the true impact of a …

The philanthropic landscape is witnessing a transformation that is as significant as it is subtle: the infusion of predictive analytics into the process of grantmaking. As we stand on the cusp of a new era, it is crucial to examine the role of this powerful tool in reinventing how financial support is allocated, especially within the health and wellness sphere …

In an epoch where diversity and inclusion (D&I) have become more than mere buzzwords, the nonprofit sector stands at a crucial intersection of social responsibility and transformative action. Yet, with a myriad of initiatives underway, how do we truly assess the effectiveness of these D&I programs? This is a pressing question for nonprofits, researchers, and grant organizations alike, who seek …