Philanthropy's Scarcity Mindset Is Hurting the Sector, Not Helping It

Philanthropy's Scarcity Mindset Is Hurting the Sector, Not Helping It

Wealthy individuals and institutions say they want to give more. Majorities of the American public and nonprofit professionals want philanthropy to give more. There’s plenty of money to give. What’s the holdup?

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We Surveyed Hundreds of Philanthropy Professionals. Here's What We Found

We Surveyed Hundreds of Philanthropy Professionals. Here's What We Found

Our latest survey of sector professionals brought some not-so-unexpected results alongside a few real surprises. Here’s where respondents stood on philanthropy reform, billionaire giving, racial justice and more.

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“Existential Crisis.” IP Survey Finds a Performing Arts Sector Fearing the Worst

“Existential Crisis.” IP Survey Finds a Performing Arts Sector Fearing the Worst

An IP survey finds professionals working in performing arts funding are staring into a deepening abyss, as revenues shrink and funders pivot. The data and respondent comments depict a sector fraught with frustration and uncertainty.

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Interest in Climate Is Growing, but More Funds Are Needed, Say Philanthropy Professionals

Interest in Climate Is Growing, but More Funds Are Needed, Say Philanthropy Professionals

In a recent Inside Philanthropy survey, people working in philanthropy said climate change is gaining recognition as a critical, overarching issue. Many respondents also said it should be receiving greater funding.

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In an Era of Crisis, Philanthropy Professionals Weigh in on Key Issues Facing the Sector

In an Era of Crisis, Philanthropy Professionals Weigh in on Key Issues Facing the Sector

IP reached out to our audience and others in the field to learn about their views on what’s happening in philanthropy. Survey respondents shed interesting light on recent events, shifting strategies and resistance to change.

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Is it Time for Foundations to Do More Mission Investing? Most Program Staff Think So

Is it Time for Foundations to Do More Mission Investing? Most Program Staff Think So

Mission-related investing is one way foundations can put more of their vast assets to work on societal problems. Our recent survey found that while many institutions resist the idea, most program staff are all for it.

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Program Staff Support Participatory Practices, but Foundations Still Only Go So Far

Program Staff Support Participatory Practices, but Foundations Still Only Go So Far

Participants in IP’s survey of program staff are supportive of participatory practices like soliciting input from end beneficiaries. Their foundations and leadership, however, still seem to be resistant to certain approaches.

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Staff Say Foundations Are Taking Action on Race, But Question Leadership's Commitment

Staff Say Foundations Are Taking Action on Race, But Question Leadership's Commitment

As part of a series based on a recent Inside Philanthropy survey, program staff answer questions about their foundations’ commitments to racial equity. While they report progress, many say CEOs and boards are less committed to the issue.

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In Turbulent Times, Here's How Foundation Program Staff See Key Issues in Philanthropy

In Turbulent Times, Here's How Foundation Program Staff See Key Issues in Philanthropy

Even before the pandemic and racial justice protests, foundations were grappling with challenges to how they operate. Inside Philanthropy recently conducted a survey to better understand how program staff think about their work.

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