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Drew Lindsay

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Drew is a former Chronicle of Philanthropy editor and writer. He previously worked at Washingtonian magazine and was a principal editor for Teacher and MHQ, which were both selected as finalists for a National Magazine Award for general excellence.

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Trump’s DEI Order Takes Aim at the Biggest Foundations. Here Are the 346 That Could Face a Probe.

The president’s order for investigations of diversity, equity, and inclusion programs target philanthropies that hold $900 billion in assets and account for roughly 55 percent of all grant dollars awarded.

How Distrust of Institutions Is an Opening for Philanthropy-Led Change

How Distrust of Institutions Is an Opening for Philanthropy-Led Change

GOP pollster and CNN contributor Kristen Soltis Anderson talks of a growing “market for reform” that she believes nonprofits and funders are poised to lead.

They Say America Is Hopelessly Divided. What If They’re Wrong?

They Say America Is Hopelessly Divided. What If They’re Wrong?

Research points to where nonprofits and philanthropy might find common ground on controversial issues, the country’s priorities, and America’s values.

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Does Faith Have an Answer for Our Biggest Divides?

Two churches aim to come together across differences of faith, race, and class. It’s a test of the unifying power of a belief in God, with thorny questions about identity and compromise.

Next for DAFs? Accounts as Tools for Regular Folks, Not Just the Wealthy

Donor-advised fund providers aim to make their products as commonplace as college savings and retirement accounts.

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MacKenzie Scott Reports $2 Billion in Gifts, Signals Changes in Her Philanthropy

The maverick philanthropist, who donated to 199 organizations in 2024, is breaking some of her giving patterns and moving her investments into alignment with her social-impact goals.

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DAFs, Wall Street, and the Changing Culture of Giving

Altruism is losing ground to greed and self-interest as donations increasingly get structured as personal investments, a new report argues.

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The Movement to Bring Americans Together Sees an Opportunity. Do Funders?

Exhaustion from three divisive presidential elections plus curiosity about a broadened Trump coalition may be leading to a reset of attitudes on the left and right, leaders say.

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The Day After: Inside a Quiet Billion-Dollar Election Effort

Nonprofits, fueled by a post-2020 surge in funding, rallied four-star generals, social media influencers, and a battalion of lawyers to fight disinformation, prevent violence, and build trust in vote counts.

‘We Meet the Bear Next Week’

‘We Meet the Bear Next Week’

Amy McIsaac of Philanthropy for Active Civic Engagement talks about a post-election resource guide to help nonprofit leaders find the language to bring people together.