Eyes on the Prize: A Two-Time Winner’s Insights on Navigating Prize Philanthropy

Eyes on the Prize: A Two-Time Winner’s Insights on Navigating Prize Philanthropy

High-dollar philanthropic prizes are increasingly popular, but just how hard is it to land one? And how does winning impact recipients? Repeat winner Kaushik Kappagantulu recounts his experience.

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With the Elevate Prize, a Foundation Looks to Harness the Power of Fandom for Good

With the Elevate Prize, a Foundation Looks to Harness the Power of Fandom for Good

At first glance, fandom and philanthropy appear to have little in common. But through a prize program, one foundation is looking to harness the power of fandom to inspire social change. Its goal? To make good famous.

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“A Moment of Reckoning.” How Can Funders Support an Equitable and Inclusive Arts Sector?

“A Moment of Reckoning.” How Can Funders Support an Equitable and Inclusive Arts Sector?

Surging demands for racial justice are shining a light on inequities across society, including the arts sector, where only a small fraction of funding goes to artists of color. Grantmakers at the intersection of arts and justice offer ways forward.

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