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Want a Healthy Democracy? Here’s How to Support Local Leaders

Local officials are battling multiple crises created by federal actions. Their leadership is critical to halting authoritarianism and deserves more attention from philanthropy.

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‘Food Insecurity’ and Other Words That Sanitize Poverty

How soft euphemisms turn the suffering of millions into an abstraction stripped of emotion or urgency. Plus, examples of straight talk that will rally supporters.

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Predictions for Philanthropy in 2026
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Predictions for Philanthropy in 2026

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Give Fast and Make a lot of Noise: A 2026 Playbook for Big Donors

Predictions for the Year Ahead

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Up or Down? Forecasts for Foundation Giving in 2026

Predictions for the Year Ahead

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How to Fend Off Threats to the Sector in 2026

Predictions for the Year Ahead

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Good News — and Bad News — About AI and Fundraising in 2026

Predictions for the Year Ahead

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Will DEI Die? The Fate of Equity Efforts in 2026 and Beyond

Predictions for the Year Ahead

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Prospects for Increased Foundation Payout in 2026

Predictions for the Year Ahead

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Survival Strategies for Struggling Nonprofits in 2026

Predictions for the Year Ahead