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How can fundraisers build trust and community today? Allison Fine, president of Every.org, joins The Commons in Conversation to share practical tips on websites, volunteers, AI, and more. Join us on LinkedIn on Dec. 10 at 12:30 p.m. ET. Register now! https://phlnthrp.com/4oGiTqg
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December 5, 2025 at 9:19 PM
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Opinion: This two-step strategy has helped other countries halt democratic backsliding. It can work in the U.S. if we act quickly, writes Joe Goldman, Laleh Ispahani, Deepak Bhargava. https://phlnthrp.com/3Kzg38n
December 5, 2025 at 6:17 PM
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“Nonprofits and philanthropy bring unique strengths and capacity...but it cannot and should not replace the role of governments,” said Center for Disaster Philanthropy CEO Patricia McIlreavy.
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As FEMA Falters, Philanthropy Is Forced to Step Up
Shrinking federal disaster support is prompting philanthropies to recalibrate how they plan and fund local relief, recovery, and resilience efforts.
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December 4, 2025 at 11:06 PM
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Opinion - abigaildisney.bsky.social is calling for an end to quiet and polite philanthropy. Real change in 2026 requires courage — and risk — from those closest to the money, she writes for our 2026 Predictions issue.

Read her essay at: https://phlnthrp.com/4rEElOM
December 4, 2025 at 9:48 PM
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Nonprofits are bracing for a turbulent 2026. Our Predictions 2026 package explores giving trends, tax-bill fallout, and equity challenges. “We’re due for a reckoning,” writes Mitch Stein, urging DAF sponsors to streamline giving.
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December 4, 2025 at 8:47 PM
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Americans gave an estimated $4B on #GivingTuesday 2025, up from $3.6B last year, per GivingTuesday. Volunteering also grew: 11.1M people in the U.S. donated their time, up from 9.2M in 2024.
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GivingTuesday Saw a Big Gains in Gifts and Volunteers
Americans gave $4 billion to nonprofits on GivingTuesday in 2025, an increase from the $3.6 billion they gave in 2024, according to estimates from the nonprofit GivingTuesday. More people also volunte...
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December 4, 2025 at 5:11 PM
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Neighbors helping neighbors: Mutual aid groups say more people want direct ways to give back.

Kashish Ali is filling community fridges and showing how fast small acts add up.
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‘Mutual Aid’ Steps In When Formal Systems Don't Work
NEW YORK (AP) “Times are tough. We take care of us.” In early November, Kashish Ali posted those words to her Instagram story as part of a yearslong practice she’s had to fundraise for food and drop i...
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December 4, 2025 at 4:52 PM
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Performances by Theater of War Productions often feature star actors — the likes of Adam Driver, Keri Russell, Jeffrey Wright. But it’s the audience that’s the focus as the group aims to build connections and empathy through storytelling and art. 📹 https://phlnthrp.com/3KzoDUB
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December 4, 2025 at 3:54 PM
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Executive coaches can help nonprofit leaders build skills and feel supported. Experts share how to find the right fit and get the most from the coaching relationship.
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An Executive Coach Can Transform Your Career. Here's How to Find One.
Executive coaches can help nonprofit leaders build skills and feel supported. Here’s how to get the best return on your investment of time and money.
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December 3, 2025 at 7:51 PM
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Opinion: Stop giving funders tax breaks for high salaries, fancy offices. To ensure foundations contribute more to charity, Congress should target expenses — not just the payout rate, writes opinion columnist Craig Kennedy. https://phlnthrp.com/4ixNBjD
Stop Giving Funders Tax Breaks for High Salaries, Fancy Offices
To ensure foundations contribute more to charity, Congress should target expenses — not just the payout rate.
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December 3, 2025 at 6:12 PM
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Nonprofits expect a turbulent 2026 after funding cuts, policy shifts, and rapid AI growth. In our Predictions 2026 package, PolicyLink’s Michael McAfee says philanthropy must choose: retreat or invest in equity.

Read the full essay at: https://phlnthrp.com/3Kzi4RX
December 3, 2025 at 5:53 PM
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In today's political climate, funding the gritty work of creating big-tent coalitions is essential to notching wins on climate and other big issues.
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Invisible, Essential, Ignored: Philanthropy's Missing Asset
In today's political climate, the gritty work of creating and maintaining big-tent coalitions is essential to notching wins on climate and other big issues.
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December 3, 2025 at 5:11 PM
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Midlevel donors giving $1,000 to $10,000 a year can provide up to 40% of a nonprofit’s revenue, yet they’re often overlooked. This Chronicle #Playbook has resources on how to build and maintain strong relationships with these key supporters. Explore the collection at: https://phlnthrp.com/4rOS5qy
December 3, 2025 at 4:08 PM
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What one philanthropic area that should get more attention and funding? Chronicle CEO @stacypalmer.bsky.social shares her thoughts with @notusperspectives.bsky.social.
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The tech gap in resources is depriving society of solutions to the world’s biggest problems, writes Stacy Palmer of @chronphilanthropy.bsky.social.
https://www.notus.org/perspectives/giving-tuesday-philanthropies-more-funding-less-funding
December 3, 2025 at 2:44 PM
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Nonprofits are bracing for a turbulent 2026 as funding cuts, policy shifts, and rapid AI growth reshape the sector. Our Predictions 2026 report spotlights trends donors and experts expect next year, including a possible rise in $1B+ gifts driven by peer influence.
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December 3, 2025 at 1:53 AM
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Nonprofits are reeling from federal funding cuts and rising demand. In the latest episode of the Giving Done Right podcast, Elisha Smith Arrillaga breaks down new data on who’s hardest hit and how groups — and donors — are responding.
🎧 Listen here: https://phlnthrp.com/4iBOcks
December 2, 2025 at 9:24 PM
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How can fundraisers build trust and community today? Allison Fine, president of Every.org, joins The Commons in Conversation to share practical tips on websites, volunteers, AI, and more. Join us on LinkedIn on Dec. 10 at 12:30 p.m. ET. Register now! https://phlnthrp.com/4oGiTqg
#TheCommons
December 2, 2025 at 7:45 PM
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Nonprofit networks offer significant benefits to member organizations, from rapid-response grants to moral support. Here’s how to find one that will amplify your work.
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December 2, 2025 at 6:14 PM
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Billionaires Michael and Susan Dell pledged $6.25B to help 25M U.S. children access new federal “Trump Accounts,” created in President Trump’s tax and spending law. The Dells say the gift aims to boost participation and long-term savings.
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Michael and Susan Dell Donate $6.25 Billion to Encourage Families to Claim 'Trump Accounts'
The gift will operate through investment accounts set up by the U.S. Department of the Treasury that will be managed by private companies.
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December 2, 2025 at 2:48 PM
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Sanford Health has received a $300 million gift from South Dakota banker Denny Sanford. The donation adds to the nearly $2 billion Sanford has given the health system over the years to support major expansions and new initiatives.
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Denny Sanford Gives $300 Million to Build New Medical Center
With his latest donation, the philanthropist has now given Sanford Health nearly $2 billion over the years.
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December 1, 2025 at 5:53 PM
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The recent 43 day government shutdown offered funders a preview of where the greatest needs might be in 2026. We've compiled a list of emergency funding sources within the sector.
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This Year's Federal Funding Freezes Offer Lessons on Emergency Grant Making
The federal spending freeze may have come to an end, but its impact on nonprofits offered a preview of where the most urgent needs might be next if there are further cuts to federal safety net program...
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December 1, 2025 at 4:55 PM
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Charities that don’t have gift annuities in their fundraising toolbox “leave money on the table,” say experts. Learn what they are, and how they appeal to donors during periods of economic uncertainty.
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November 30, 2025 at 6:19 PM
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Beast Philanthropy and the Rockefeller Foundation are teaming up to show young people that global problems aren’t too big to solve. Jimmy Donaldson brings the reach; the foundation brings a century of expertise. Their goal: inspire action for the world’s most vulnerable.
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November 30, 2025 at 5:28 PM
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How do you give voice to people who have little opportunity to speak their truth? Watch the new short documentary from #TheCommons to see how Theater of War Productions creates performances to connect people from all walks of life. Learn more: https://phlnthrp.com/4akEssA
November 29, 2025 at 10:58 PM
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Looking to strengthen your donor outreach in 2026? Join our #philwebinar on Jan. 22 at 2 p.m. EST to learn how to cut through the noise, show impact and inspire loyal supporters. Early-bird rate: $69. Register today. https://phlnthrp.com/4onB2sw
November 29, 2025 at 9:59 PM