Articles
Apr 27, 2023
How CSOs Can Prioritize Responses to Natural Disasters
Natural disasters are on the rise and CSOs are often the first responders—as well as long-term community builders. How do CSOs prioritize their responses? The Forbes Nonprofit Council offers these three guideposts.
Apr 23, 2023
Ten Transparency Actions UK Funders Can Take
The UK's Institute for Voluntary Action Research (IVAR) enlists funders to commit to a more open, accountable approach. To that end, its 'Get it Right' survey of 1200 CSOs describes how funders can improve the grant seeking experience.
Apr 22, 2023
CSO Transparency: Going the Extra Mile
As nonprofit, social impact agents, CSOs are expected to operate ethically—especially those promoting the accountability of corporations and governments. Our 'global best practices' ranking and stamp for online transparency, including recommendations by the US Council of Nonprofits, aims to go the extra mile.
Mar 22, 2023
'Community Philanthropy' in Brazil Links Human-Centered Development and Local Giving
Philanthropy continues to evolve and diversify. The model advanced in Brazil by the Instituto Comunitário Baixada Maranhense links human-centered development and local giving.
Feb 20, 2023
Supporting Turkish CSOs in Quake Response and Beyond
Turkish grassroots organizations need public reforms and philanthropic support to succeed in the aftermath of the quake—and beyond.
Dec 22, 2022
Due Diligence of CSOs Needs Reimagining, Digitalizing
Due diligence can be an obstacle or a tool for change. Too often it means frustration and waste for funders and grantees alike. Tech Soup suggests influential funders should unite to create, digitalize and rely on a uniform standard of due diligence.