Four ‘Principles of Interpretation’ for Philanthropic and Nonprofit Leaders Navigating Crises
CEP just released a powerful and provocative survey of nonprofit and foundation leaders about the state of civil society during…
A Constitutional and Moral Reckoning: The Opportunity for a Third Founding — And Philanthropy’s Role
“We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men [sic] are created equal, that they are endowed by their…
The Best Corporate Grant Databases for Nonprofits: A Review
Each year, billions of dollars in corporate funding go unclaimed simply because nonprofits do not know the opportunities exist. For…
New Data Reveals a Sector in Crisis, But Steadfastly Mission-Focused
The importance of nonprofits’ work in the United States cannot be understated. In the words of one nonprofit leader CEP…
Listening (and Learning) Closely: Our Favorite Grantee Quotes of 2025
You’ve heard from some of my colleagues these last weeks with insights — directly from the mouths of donors and…
Neutrality is Not Viable: Leaders Across Sectors Must Speak Out in Defense of Basic Rights
The actions of federal agents in Minneapolis, and the federal government’s blatant lies about what occurred, have taken the crisis…
Drafting a Blueprint for African Philanthropy
Last year, global platforms were buzzing with a real sense of optimism for the future funding of the African continent’s…
5 Easy Ways to Attract Donors with Major Giving Potential
A common challenge that nonprofits face is financial management. On top of managing fund allocation, it’s essential to ensure your…
Group Exemptions Are Back: Understanding IRS Revenue Procedure 2026-8
For organizations that rely on group exemption letters, the release of Revenue Procedure 2026-8 is not just another technical update.…
Using Staff Feedback to Guide Your 2026 Agenda
At least according to some sources, the statue of limitations has ended on wishing each other a Happy New Year.…