Slow Government Payments Are One Barrier to Nonprofit Stability. Can Philanthropy Help?

Slow Government Payments Are One Barrier to Nonprofit Stability. Can Philanthropy Help?

From reimbursement delays to red tape, cumbersome contracts between nonprofits and government are often a burden, a new report finds. Here’s how that impacts philanthropy — and what private funders can do to help.

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Here’s How the Mayor's Fund for Los Angeles Supported the City During COVID

Here’s How the Mayor's Fund for Los Angeles Supported the City During COVID

The Mayor’s Fund for Los Angeles is an unorthodox funder, perched between philanthropy and city government. A new report from the fund makes a case for its effectiveness in providing immediate relief.

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With Garcetti Leaving, the L.A. Mayor’s Fund Closes a Chapter. What’s It Done, and What’s Next?

With Garcetti Leaving, the L.A. Mayor’s Fund Closes a Chapter. What’s It Done, and What’s Next?

The Mayor’s Fund for Los Angeles launched under Eric Garcetti’s tenure, and has been closely linked to his priorities and fundraising efforts. We spoke with the head of the fund about what it’s accomplished and what’s next.

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What Has the Mayor's Fund for Los Angeles Been Doing Lately?

What Has the Mayor's Fund for Los Angeles Been Doing Lately?

In its third year of operation, the fund zeroed in on program development and expanded its grantmaking. We take a look.

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What's the Mayor's Fund for Los Angeles Been Up To Lately?

What's the Mayor's Fund for Los Angeles Been Up To Lately?

The Mayor's Fund for Los Angeles is still just a few years old and continues to evolve. This spring, it engaged in a round of venture-style philanthropy grants for newer projects in need of a "spark."

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"The Model Works." A Look at How the Mayor’s Fund for Los Angeles Is Doing

"The Model Works." A Look at How the Mayor’s Fund for Los Angeles Is Doing

Mayor's funds remain unusual outside of New York and it's interesting to see whether the ambitious new one in LA is going to succeed. We check in with its president for a status report. 

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