How Philanthropy is Responding to the Israeli-Palestinian Crisis So Far

How Philanthropy is Responding to the Israeli-Palestinian Crisis So Far

As devastating casualties mount in Israel and Gaza, a number of foundations, major donors, corporations and pooled fundraising efforts are channeling support to the region. Here’s an overview of the funding response to date.

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Amid Rising Antisemitic Attacks, Jewish Federations Are Upping Their Security Funding

Amid Rising Antisemitic Attacks, Jewish Federations Are Upping Their Security Funding

Physical security is a rising priority for local Jewish funders concerned about hate crimes and violence. Here’s a look at how Jewish federations are backing efforts to strengthen their communities’ defenses.

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With Millions Displaced, Who’s Helping Ukraine’s Refugees?

With Millions Displaced, Who’s Helping Ukraine’s Refugees?

An initial wave of support for Ukraine focused largely on humanitarian aid. With the war entering its third month, organizations are channeling funds to help more than 5 million who have fled the country.

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The Many Sizes, Shapes and Strategies of Community Foundations

The Many Sizes, Shapes and Strategies of Community Foundations

The term “community foundation” applies to hundreds of grantmaking institutions in the United States, but no two are quite the same. Here’s an overview of what these funders do and a tour of the many varieties.

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American Jews Still Give Big for Israel, But Donors Are Charting New Paths

Supporting Israel has been one of the great projects of American postwar philanthropy. But this giving landscape is changing and has become more fraught, according to leaders in Jewish philanthropy and a review of grantmaking data.

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Playing Matchmaker, a New Platform Looks to Connect Jewish Donors and Nonprofits

Playing Matchmaker, a New Platform Looks to Connect Jewish Donors and Nonprofits

The Jewish Philanthropy Project is the latest addition to the fast-expanding world of funding intermediaries. It emerges at a time when giving to Jewish causes is growing, and new donors are looking for guidance.

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Turnaround Job: A New Leader Looks to Revive the Flagging Fortunes of a Key Jewish Organization

Turnaround Job: A New Leader Looks to Revive the Flagging Fortunes of a Key Jewish Organization

Jewish Federations of North America—representing 146 Jewish federations around North America that raise and distribute over $2 billion each year—has seen its membership and funding decline. But its new CEO, Eric Fingerhut, believes JFNA’s best days lie ahead.

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