Slow Philanthropy

By Jeffrey Bradach

Amid much discussion about the future of philanthropy, one mystery deserves more attention: Why does the giving of so many ultra-wealthy people lag far behind the aspirations they express?

Closing the Data-Utilization Gap

By Gaurav Mittal

How nonprofits can build the data infrastructure to analyze what they already know

Billionaires Can Build by Supporting Dedicated Changemakers

By Matthew Bregman

A response to SSIR’s Summer 2026 cover essay.

What Makes Philanthropic Impact Endure?

By Talia Milgrom-Elcott & Justin D’Angona

Many modern philanthropists are building impact that lasts, though it may not look like the brick-and-mortar projects of previous eras. These five dimensions are a helpful guide.

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No City Stands Alone

By Tonya Allen, John Palfrey & Miguel Santana

Lessons from Los Angeles, Chicago, and Minneapolis on defending our neighbors and democracy

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Protecting Our Neighbors

By JaNaé Bates Imari & Lilly Sasse

Building power in communities now will protect them from the next threat to democracy.

Freedom of Choice

By Julie Menter 4

A lens for understanding business leaders' ability to act in alignment with their values.

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Giving Can Be Simple (And During a Crisis, It Must Be)

By Ashley Fairbanks 3

When the village cannot wait, philanthropy must learn from community.

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Resilience Is Built Before the Crisis

By Francisco Segovia & Carolina Ortiz

How immigrant-led networks create community defense