The Chronicle of Philanthropy

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

The Everglades Foundation has been at the forefront of restoring the Florida wetlands for 30 years. Not everyone is on board with its environmental plans. By Eden Stiffman Mac Stone The Everglades Foundation has been at the forefront of restoring the Florida wetlands for 30 years.

Environmental 336

Environmental Philanthropy Foundations Nonprofits 336

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 14, 2023

She is the first Black woman executive director for a national legacy environmental organization. Also, the Breast Cancer Research Foundation has named its next CEO, and the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan will install a new chief operating officer in July.

Environmental 363

Environmental Foundations 363

Stanford Social Innovation Review

MARCH 17, 2025

And as many are recognizing, philanthropic foundations that support their work must rally, and quickly, to their support. Many observers argue forand some foundations are announcing increases in grantmaking. Funding for environmental and climate advocates provides a vivid example.

Environmental 104

Environmental Civil Society Philanthropy Participation and motivation 104

Ann Green

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Diverse revenue streams provide a sustainable financial foundation for nonprofits. Successfully encouraging your existing supporters to give again, especially on a recurring basis, creates a stable financial foundation of predictable revenue. Start by researching foundations or programs that align with your mission.

Nonprofits 165

Nonprofits Environmental Charitable Contribution Volunteerism 165

NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Photo by Arno Senoner on Unsplash Should a private foundation be more than a private investment company that uses some of its excess cash flow for charitable purposes? Heron Foundation, New Frontiers in Mission-Related Investing , 2004 At the end of 2024, US private foundations held a record $1.64 trillion in assets.

Foundations 70

Foundations Environmental Management Non-Profits 70

NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

1 These populations often face heightened exposure to environmental hazards such as rising sea levels, extreme weather events, and air pollution. 9 Integrating these technologies into K–12 education would enhance students’ understanding of climate change and prepare them to address environmental challenges effectively.

Race and Ethnicity 111

Race and Ethnicity Environmental Education Education 111

Selfish Giving

SEPTEMBER 11, 2017

Heading into the new year, Stefanie Mathew , Vice President of Corporate Partnerships at the National Park Foundation (NPF) , knew the nonprofit had a strong wind at its back. Stefanie Mathew, National Park Foundation.

Foundations 185

Foundations Retail Environmental Technology 185

NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 27, 2025

Companies are now often expected to actively contribute to environmental protection and uphold high ethical standards throughout their supply chains. Ethical supply chains are defined as networks of production and distribution that operate in a manner respecting environmental sustainability, human rights, and ethical labor practices.

Ethics 64

Ethics Agriculture Environmental Production 64

Stanford Social Innovation Review

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

As a leader in the space, RRI plays a coordinating role as one of the fields system orchestrators , and the Skoll Foundation has deepened our understanding of land tenure by supporting and learning from their work. Its also working via partners to catalyze the model across the Pan-Amazon. Protect the protectors.

Public and Social Policy 111

Public and Social Policy Civil Society Finance Collaborations 111

Stanford Social Innovation Review

JANUARY 27, 2025

It has become common wisdom in the social sector that too much philanthropic capital is sitting on the sidelines, even as the world faces extraordinary social, political, and environmental challenges. The majority of large established foundations were set up by and for men, with female spouses as an afterthought.

Philanthropy 126

Philanthropy Collaborations Management Environmental 126

Bloomerang

JANUARY 30, 2025

Nonprofits are no strangers to uncertaintywhether from economic downturns, environmental disasters, shifting donor priorities, or changes in government policy. The strategies in this article offer practical steps to strengthen your organizations financial foundation. What you can do: Identify grantmakers aligned with your mission.

Public and Social Policy 121

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Retention 121

Candid

DECEMBER 23, 2024

billion in grant dollars from 12 major environmental funders was directed to BIPOC-led, justice-focused groups, according to a 2020 New School study, they formed a working group and set off to use their influence to make bold change. of a total of $1.34 CFJP emphasizes commitment to transparent reporting by funders.

Environmental 69

Environmental Philanthropy Foundations Collaborations 69

NonProfit Quarterly

JANUARY 15, 2025

generate social or environmental returnor doing wellthat is: make a financial return. There are indeed many investments where social or environmental goals dont harm earnings (and, arguably, even improve earnings). As one firm states , investors do not have to choose between doing goodi.e.

Public and Social Policy 105

Public and Social Policy Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit governance and management Public Policy 105

Selfish Giving

JANUARY 8, 2025

Party City sells reusable bags in all stores, with a portion of proceeds going to Wounded Nature-Working Veterans , which assembles volunteers to remove debris from coastal areas, aiding environmental cleanup efforts. Director of Corporate Partnerships, Scratch Foundation , NYC ($110k - $120k) 2. Cool Jobs in Cause 1.

Retail 130

Retail Children Food Public and Nonprofit Management 130

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

” This strong foundation allowed Erika to build a deep connection with the nonprofit sector. A Commitment to Service What sets Erika’s journey apart is her commitment to serving others. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) , Erika plays a crucial role in the agency’s efforts to maintain environmental safety.

Environmental 246

Environmental Nonprofit Leadership Universities Nonprofits 246

Candid

OCTOBER 10, 2024

By contrast, environmental and animal welfare organizations have the lowest representation of Black leadership. As Dr. Tamara Wilds Lawson, president and CEO of Washington Area Women’s Foundation, has discussed , a lack of trust in Black women’s leadership often exacerbates disparities in funding. “We

Leadership 22

Leadership Nonprofit Leadership Nonprofits Environmental 22

Selfish Giving

DECEMBER 19, 2011

The Arby’s Foundation , the giving arm of Arby’s Restaurant Group , the second largest sandwich shop chain in the United States, did something last week that rivals the good deeds of Santa Claus himself. The Arby’s Foundation rounded it up to $2 million with a $300,000 gift. million to be exact. .

Food 257

Food Foundations Health Environmental 257

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Collaborative ) as your foundation. Sustainability to be mindful of AI’s short- and long-term environmental impacts. Your organization can prevent many of these risks and maximize these solutions’ benefits by committing to use AI responsibly. Its tenets include: Privacy and security to protect personal and sensitive data.

Healthcare 130

Healthcare Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofit Leadership 130

The Charity CFO

JANUARY 8, 2025

In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, host Tosha Anderson sat down with Kathryn Hoffman, CEO of the Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy (MCEA), to discuss how to balance a big mission with human-centered leadership. Go straight to the full video here!

Leadership 52

Leadership Environmental Law Finance 52

Selfish Giving

MARCH 8, 2012

We discuss a new Case Foundation report on Giving Days, and the success small nonprofits in Washington D. Case Foundation Report: How Giving Contests Can Strengthen Nonprofits and Communities. In this episode of CauseTalk Radio , Megan and I talk with Geoff Livingston , author and Vice President at Razoo.com. Up to 40 U.

Environmental 162

Environmental Foundations Fundraising Fundraising 162

RAD Campaign

AUGUST 9, 2022

Goldman Environmental Prize. Catalyzing funding for environmental activists on the frontline. The Goldman Environmental Foundation partnered with Rad Campaign to create a striking new website that powers their global grantee program for climate solutions. Wed, 08/10/2022 - 02:51. Our Strategy.

Environmental 52

Environmental Foundations Communication Marketing 52

NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Walton…and individual family foundations have directed tens of millions of dollars to support journalists, newsrooms, and journalism organizations. The foundation board is legally independent of Walmart. Journalists and outlets—including Civil Eats—who receive support from the foundation have full editorial control over their content.”

Public and Social Policy 136

Public and Social Policy Environmental Public and Nonprofit Management Philanthropy 136

Candid

DECEMBER 9, 2024

In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, other pressing issues have captured the public eye; funders have shifted their focus to addressing systemic issues such as racial justice, economic inequality, environmental issues, and health equity, says Rouland.

Education 106

Education Education Disaster Relief Health 106

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

APRIL 16, 2015

ENVIRONMENTAL. Make a Wish Foundation https://instagram.com/makeawishamerica/. The Tenement Museum https://instagram.com/thetenementmuseum. Words to live by. WisdomWednesday. A photo posted by Edutopia (@edutopia) on Mar 4, 2015 at 3:17pm PST. Edutopia https://instagram.com/edutopia. It’s here! HUMANITARIAN.

Food 274

Food Medical Environmental Nonprofits 274

NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

The American Water Charitable Foundation invites grant applications from nonprofits that promote clean water, conservation and more.

Foundations 100

Foundations Environmental Nonprofits 100

Stanford Social Innovation Review

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Or take Climate Change AI : This environmental nonprofit leverages machine learning to tackle pressing climate challenges, fostering collaboration among climate scientists, technologists, and local community organizations, to build collective knowledge and solutions that advance conservation efforts.

Collaborations 69

Collaborations Ethics Technology Foundations 69

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

JULY 18, 2011

Jennifer Doron, Ohio Environmental Council. Julie Catalano, Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research. I randomly selected 10 survey participants to receive one free webinar pass, and here are the winners (I’ll email you instructions): Nicole Holt, Community Counseling Center. Scarlett Swerdlow, Arts Alliance Illinois.

Environmental 159

Environmental Universities Associations Foundations 159

NonProfit Quarterly

JANUARY 27, 2025

This sets them on the path to parenthood with a fractured foundationone that underpins all other environmental conditions affecting their wellbeing. In doing so, we pave the way for parents to not merely survive their roles but to thrive within themlaying a foundation for flourishing across generations.

Public and Social Policy 121

Public and Social Policy Children Education Education 121

Candid

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Platforms like GrantPuma—which I founded—partner with Candid to scan tens of thousands of federal and foundation grants, funders’ strategic priorities, and funding trends to deliver relevant opportunities. For example, an environmental nonprofit can identify foundation grants that have supported similar local initiatives.

Environmental 59

Environmental Foundations Universities Education 59

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

SEPTEMBER 4, 2014

Here’s what Rod Ruff, Program and Engagement Manager of Alberta Ecotrust Foundation , told us about switching from a print annual report to an online version: For the first few months of this year I had been working on re-launching our website with a new platform and design. Well, I’ll stop when you stop.

Environmental 195

Environmental Nonprofits Production Communication 195

NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

In order to do so We Must Build Parameters to Protect Our Most Vulnerable Populations and Precious Resources The relationship between AI and its environmental impact is both intricate and far-reaching. Artificial intelligence based e-waste management for environmental planning, Environmental Impact Assessment Review 87 (March 2021): 106498.

Public and Social Policy 68

Public and Social Policy Health Environmental Ethics 68

Selfish Giving

AUGUST 9, 2023

✅ Environmental sustainability, K-12 education, and food insecurity are the top priority areas (Page 8). BTW, here's an excellent example of a partnership focusing on environmental sustainability. Warkini National Park Foundation + ? Director of Corporate And Foundation Relations, Samaritans , Boston, MA ?? Brain Food 1.

Public and Nonprofit Management 130

Public and Nonprofit Management Environmental Food Education 130

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

AUGUST 11, 2014

Maria Sadowski is fortunate to have spent her career helping environmental nonprofits tell their story. Shes worked for IUCN, the Chicago Zoological Society, the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, The Nature Conservancy, and is currently with the Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin.

Communication 172

Communication Nonprofits Environmental Foundations 172

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

APRIL 13, 2017

I admit, there are a lot of wildlife and environmental orgs here, but don’t let that stop you. 1) Poo IQ Quiz – Chesapeake Bay Foundation ( Read the email ). There are also examples from food, children’s and culture orgs, too. 16 Nonprofit Quizzes. 2) What’s Your Manta Ray IQ?

Communication 150

Communication Food Environmental Culture 150

Candid

JUNE 17, 2021

Produced by the Giving USA Foundation and the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy , Giving USA 2021: The Annual Report on Philanthropy for the Year 20 20 (key findings, 5 pages, PDF) estimates that charitable giving totaled $471.44 Giving by foundations jumped 17 percent (15.6 Total charitable giving grew 5.1

Philanthropy 116

Philanthropy Universities Foundations Environmental 116

Stanford Social Innovation Review

AUGUST 1, 2024

For the first semester, students participated in a weekly seminar-style course, building a foundational knowledge necessary for involvement in ClimateWerx. This network acts as a foundational structure that not only encourages learning and growth but creates a supportive scaffolding that will transcend their time at the university.

Education 131

Education Education Curriculum and Teaching Psychology 131

Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

These gift programs are ideal for socially and environmentally conscious holiday shoppers that would prefer their spending directly empower nonprofits. They also make excellent gifts for activists and advocates of global development, environmental conservation, and wildlife protection. Seva Foundation Gifts of Service.

Environmental 98

Environmental Children Nonprofits Foundations 98