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Jul. 31, 2024 8:30 am
Where Was the Board? Examining Governance in Nonprofit Closures
Many things have been written over the last several weeks about the closures of local nonprofit institutions University of the Arts and Benefits Data Trust that have caused a wave of discussion and concern in the nonprofit sector. The Chronicle of Philanthropy pointed to BDT’s “push to grow and innovate while maintaining financial stability,” […]
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Jun. 19, 2024 10:10 am
Remaining Fearless in the Face of Adversity: Part 1 The Future of Civil Rights
Recent legal rulings have underscored the movement to dismantle civil rights policies and diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, especially those supporting marginalized communities in entrepreneurship and higher education. A significant case involves the United States Court of Appeals for the 11th Judicial Circuit’s decision against the Fearless Fund’s Strivers Grant Program. The Program which aims […]
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Jun. 12, 2024 8:25 am
Nonprofit Governance
“There is no question that the nonprofit sector has a board problem.” This is the first sentence of Chapter 2, Problem Boards or Board Problems? in BoardSource’s 2005 “Governance as Leadership: Reframing the Work of the Nonprofit Board” by Chait, Ryan, and Taylor. The problem: “Boards seem “to be an unreliable instrument for ensuring accountability […]
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Apr. 3, 2024 8:00 am
Empowerment and Opportunity for All
As we enter a new quarter and the first 100 days of several administrations, We'll share success stories, highlight challenges, and spark conversations about solutions that will empower all community members with resources and opportunities to succeed.
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Feb. 7, 2024 7:41 am
Stuck in the Bucket: Stopping the Overflow of Poverty
Imagine a bucket full of holes. One hole is a steady flow of people who are food insecure – these people are supported by the non-profit organizations that provide meals and pantries. Another hole is a steady flow of people falling into homelessness. Each hole represents a different human service need: housing, employment, education, clothing, […]
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Jan. 12, 2024 4:32 pm
Delco Businesses Hit Snag in Quest for Equitable County Contracts
Disparity Study Reveals Problems and Stalled Progress
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Dec. 20, 2023 8:00 am
Generocity, A Year in Review
A lot can happen in a year. For Generocity it has been a “life-changing” one.
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Dec. 6, 2023 12:13 pm
Holding Our Leaders Accountable for their Impact
Pressure must be placed on leaders to step up to the plate. Who is doing the work and where does pressure need to be applied?
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Nov. 1, 2023 6:35 am
What Do We Need as a Region Philanthropically?
What does our local philanthropic/social impact landscape look like and what needs to change?
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Oct. 4, 2023 7:00 am
What is the cost of inadequate education?
Reimagining Education in the Philadelphia Region: Serving the Needs of a Changing Commonwealth