How to give to Hurricane Milton
Communities in Florida still reeling from the impact of Hurricane Helene are now also grappling with the still-unfolding damage from Hurricane Milton. The storm crashed into a community south of Tampa, drenching counties with torrents of rain, downing power lines and bridges and kicking up dangerous storm surges. Here is some advice from experts about […]
Tugboat powered by ammonia sails for the first time, showing how to cut emissions from shipping
KINGSTON, N.Y. — On a tributary of the Hudson River, a tugboat powered by ammonia eased away from the shipyard dock and sailed for the first time to show how the maritime industry can slash planet-warming carbon dioxide emissions. The tugboat used to run on diesel fuel. The New York-based startup company Amogy bought the […]
As DEI policies come under legal attack, philanthropic donors consider how to adapt
NEW YORK (AP) — Foundations and major donors aren’t just watching court cases like the Supreme Court’s June decision ending affirmative action at universities, the ongoing lawsuit against a grant program aimed at supporting Black women entrepreneurs, and other legal challenges targeting corporate diversity programs. They are mobilizing to respond. Some nonprofits are financially supporting […]
Wired To Give—How To Make The Most Of Your Innate Generosity
I’m not trying to convince you to give more—or to give at all, for that matter. I don’t have to, for at least two reasons: 1. We’re wired to give. Neurologically, psychologically, socially, culturally, spiritually, evolutionarily (is that a word?)—everywhere we look, the evidence suggests that generosity is one of the hallmarks of humanity. Even […]
How To Build An Organization That Makes An Impact
Raised hands getty Amid today’s multifaceted challenges, be it economic turbulence, supply chain disruption, or the barrage of social media, managing to stay afloat can consume a leader’s day. Yet, the narrative among decision makers transcends mere survival; they want to make an impact. The quest for purpose isn’t novel, but in today’s digital whirlwind, […]