The city of Baltimore opened applications Monday for its Young Families Success Fund (BYFSF), which will provide 200 young parents between 18 and 24 years old with a cash payment... READ MORE
When funders get together to connect, talk and build relationships with one another, big things can happen. Consider, for example, this ... READ MORE
The damages associated with lead exposure, especially during childhood, have been well documented. The broad consensus within epidemiology and public health is that lead exposure, even the lowest... READ MORE
Havaca Ganguly is Executive Director of The Middendorf Foundation which provides capital and one-time grants that support six areas of grantmaking focus. When Havaca took over the one staff position in late 2019, the foundation had a chance to reflect on their practices and reset operations. In March 2022, we spoke with Havaca to learn more about their process and what they're excited about for the future. READ MORE
The Aspen Institute’s Program on Philanthropy & Social Innovation (PSI... READ MORE
Federal legislation passed last year has made a record amount of public funds available. Yes, what made it across the finish line falls ... READ MORE
Independent Sector regularly releases Health of the U.S. Nonprofit Sector reports – an evolving and growing resource of data, analysis, and recommendations about key areas powering more... READ MORE
The Venable Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Venable LLP, is pleased to announce that it will provide a $50,000 emergency grant to World Central Kitchen (WCK), supporting WCK’s efforts to feed... READ MORE
To say Claire McCardell was a trailblazer would be an understatement.
When many women stayed home, McCardell worked a job. When most looked to Paris for fashion trends, she created her own... READ MORE