A Progressive Bank Grows, and Ramps Up its Focus on Philanthropy

A Progressive Bank Grows, and Ramps Up its Focus on Philanthropy

Amalgamated Bank has been expanding, increasing its engagement with philanthropy, launching a foundation and a DAF platform, and hiring a former progressive grantmaker to manage philanthropic clients.

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Unique Assets: A Bank's Urban Philanthropy Keeps Growing

Unique Assets: A Bank's Urban Philanthropy Keeps Growing

JPMorgan Chase has been blazing a more sophisticated trail for corporate philanthropy. But as the bank giant rolls out its newest program of grants and investments, can it really claim it’s engaged in “systems change?”

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More Than Money: A Tech Giant's Commitment to Public Schools

More Than Money: A Tech Giant's Commitment to Public Schools

Salesforce’s commitment to Bay Area schools now totals more than $50 million over the course of its five-year partnership with its local school districts. But grants aren’t the only way that the company helps.

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Hey, Siri: What's the Deal With This Major University Research Gift by an Asian Corporate Giant?

Hey, Siri: What's the Deal With This Major University Research Gift by an Asian Corporate Giant?

Foxconn is giving $100 million to the University of Wisconsin-Madison—after landing $4 billion in tax incentives to open a factory in the state. The story offers a window into what’s driving growing ties between campuses and corporations.

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The Amica Companies Foundation: a Northeast Corporate Funder Giving on Both Coasts

The Amica Companies Foundation: a Northeast Corporate Funder Giving on Both Coasts

The Amica Companies Foundation is staying committed to Rhode Island causes. Over the past few years, it has also funded nonprofits in other parts of the U.S. that its employees are connected to through volunteerism.

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Next Up for a Pioneer in Corporate Philanthropy: Transforming Workplace Giving

Next Up for a Pioneer in Corporate Philanthropy: Transforming Workplace Giving

Employee giving programs don't have a reputation for being engaging or exciting. Salesforce wants to change that. Its new platform promises personalization and connectivity for workplace giving in the digital age.

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Big and Getting Bigger: JPMorgan Chase Philanthropy Is Getting a Boost

Big and Getting Bigger: JPMorgan Chase Philanthropy Is Getting a Boost

The bank is already one of the biggest and most important corporate funders, focusing on workforce skills and urban development. Now its philanthropic arm will have even more money to work with.  

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What This New Foundation Says About Silicon Valley Giving

What This New Foundation Says About Silicon Valley Giving

While their reputation as disruptors of philanthropy is overblown, tech donors do want to do some things differently. The new Dropbox Foundation is a case in point. 

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Harnessing Talent: Can New Approaches Remake Workplace Giving?

Harnessing Talent: Can New Approaches Remake Workplace Giving?

As corporate philanthropy gets more strategic and many millennials look to mesh their professional and charitable goals, the stodgy world of employee giving programs is starting to change. 

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Banking Against Urban Poverty: Inside JPMorgan Chase Philanthropy

Banking Against Urban Poverty: Inside JPMorgan Chase Philanthropy

The giant bank has become a surprising leader in philanthropy's push for inclusive economic growth. We take a deep dive into the backstory—and what JPMorgan brings to the table that's new. 

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What a Recent Bank Merger Means for Nonprofits in the Southeast

What a Recent Bank Merger Means for Nonprofits in the Southeast

What happens to bank foundations after mergers and acquisitions take place? Here, we look at how one particular bank deal is affecting corporate giving in the Southeast.

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Next Gen: What's Behind Tesla's Latest STEM Education Give?

Next Gen: What's Behind Tesla's Latest STEM Education Give?

The clean tech car company is the latest corporation to turn to giving for STEM education, with a debut round of grants in Nevada. What’s the larger strategy, here?

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Where Are the PepsiCo Foundation's Latest WASH Grants Going?

Where Are the PepsiCo Foundation's Latest WASH Grants Going?

The foundation dedicates about 25 percent of its annual giving to WASH, with a focus on two key water and sanitation issues—access and sustainability. We look at some recent grants going out the door.

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A Push for Inclusive Entrepreneurship in Chicago by the Blackstone Charitable Foundation

A Push for Inclusive Entrepreneurship in Chicago by the Blackstone Charitable Foundation

Aside from its global aspirations, the Blackstone Charitable Foundation has a strong Chicago connection and close relationship with Mayor Rahm Emanuel. Here’s what this entrepreneurship funder is supporting in the city.

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Opus in the Northwest: How This Bank Funder Gives in Oregon and Washington

Opus in the Northwest: How This Bank Funder Gives in Oregon and Washington

The Opus Community Foundation is a steady supporter of nonprofits in Oregon and Washington, funding across multiple issue areas. We take a look at how the money flows.

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Corporate Pride: Why Have Major Firms Lined Up Behind LGBTQ Causes?

Corporate Pride: Why Have Major Firms Lined Up Behind LGBTQ Causes?

Corporate giving for LGBTQ issues has more than doubled in recent years. The telecom giant AT&T is just one big company that regularly gives in this area. What’s driving such support?

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For Global Companies, Giving to Upskill Workers Makes a Lot of Sense

For Global Companies, Giving to Upskill Workers Makes a Lot of Sense

Two big new commitments from Google and Accenture offer a window into the biggest trend in corporate philanthropy right now. What’s behind all the focus on the “future of work”?

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The Standard Charitable Foundation: An Insurance Funder With a Big Heart

The Standard Charitable Foundation: An Insurance Funder With a Big Heart

A top theme of this business funder’s giving is helping individuals and families who have suffered from unforeseen setbacks and losses. It’s a good foundation to know for nonprofits in Portland, Oregon.

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A Few Things to Know About the Athens Federal Foundation's Grantmaking in Tennessee

A Few Things to Know About the Athens Federal Foundation's Grantmaking in Tennessee

An often-overlooked type of business funder is the small community bank that only operates within a restricted geographical area. Here’s a good example in Eastern Tennessee of a bank foundation local nonprofits should know.

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Starting Young: How This Financial Giant Gives in Philadelphia

Starting Young: How This Financial Giant Gives in Philadelphia

Vanguard is a global company with offices around the world. But it’s headquartered outside of Philadelphia and makes some big grants in the city, with a focus on early childhood learning.

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