This week, with support from the Daniels Fund, we launched a new Civics Playbook, a digital resource for donors looking to make wise investments in high-impact organizations dedicated to enhancing civics education nationwide. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4cscMzJ
About us
The Philanthropy Roundtable is a national association of individual donors, corporate giving officers, and foundation trustees and staff. The Roundtable attracts philanthropists who benefit from being part of an organization dedicated to helping them achieve their charitable objectives. In addition to offering expert advice and counsel, the Roundtable puts donors in touch with peers who share similar concerns and interests. What We Believe -Philanthropic freedom is essential to a free society -A vibrant private sector generates the wealth that makes philanthropy possible -Voluntary private action offers solutions for many of society’s most pressing challenges -Excellence in philanthropy is measured by results, not by good intentions -A respect for donor intent is essential for philanthropic integrity
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http://www.philanthropyroundtable.org
External link for Philanthropy Roundtable
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- Philanthropic Fundraising Services
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- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC
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- Nonprofit
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- 1987
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1120 20th Street NW
Suite 550
Washington, DC 20036, US
Employees at Philanthropy Roundtable
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Elizabeth McGuigan
Senior Vice President at The Philanthropy Roundtable
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Rhett Butler
Vice President of Development at The Philanthropy Roundtable
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Daniel W. Turner
Research Manager at The Philanthropy Roundtable
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Esther Larson
Senior Director of Programs at The Philanthropy Roundtable
Updates
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America's Future (AF) applications are open for their writing and LEAD fellowships. AF's writing leadership fellowship teaches young people how to pitch work, build a portfolio, hone writing skills in policy, journalism and opinion and connect with nationally known writers and editors. AF's LEAD Fellowship helps new and emerging leaders develop practical skills and adopt new mindsets to craft a freedom-focused leadership philosophy. Learn more about these fellowships and apply for the fall cohorts by August 25, 2024.
Writing Fellows
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The Herzog Foundation announced its dynamic 2024-2025 class of Ambassadors. “We could not be more excited to welcome the newest class of Ambassadors to the Herzog Foundation team,” said Herzog Foundation President Darrell Jones. “This second cohort brings a dynamic energy and readiness to make an impact. Through our ambassadorship program, we are not only nurturing emerging leaders but also expanding our reach and driving significant advancements in Christian education.”
Herzog Foundation Welcomes 2024-2025 Class of Ambassadors - The Stanley M. Herzog Foundation
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With the recent resignation of the third Ivy League president in the 10-month period following October 7, 2023, university trustees are likely to face continued questions about hiring policies and practices. Joanne Florino suggests that this transitionary period could provide an opportunity for needed higher ed reform. Read more: https://bit.ly/3z3IqFO
Higher-Ed Transitions: Will New Leadership Offer Opportunities for Needed Reform?
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Citygate Network is North America’s oldest and largest community of independent, faith-based crisis shelters and life-transformation centers. Started in 1906, the organization has grown to partner, educate, train and guide a network of 300 member organizations. Learn more about their work here: https://bit.ly/3X1FGRm
“Enter here. Start anew.": A Conversation with Citygate Network
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The American Bar Association (ABA) is reassessing its guidelines for law school accreditation by expanding the number of identity characteristics from three to 14. Attorney generals from across the country sent a letter calling for the ABA to remove race-based criteria from its law school accreditation process.
DEI Update: State Attorney Generals Battle It Out
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The Foundations School, spearheaded by the Center for Creative Education, Florida, is an arts-integrated, research-focused demonstration school that’s transforming teaching and learning through the arts and creativity. The ultimate goal of the school is to help impoverished students reach grade-level in reading, social studies, science and math. Read their story here: https://bit.ly/3WQilTY
The Foundations School’s Unique Approach to Academic Success
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The latest Donor Intent Watch includes additional reporting on the treatment of race-specific scholarships at public universities – and now at least one private institution, an unusual example of sunsetting and an ongoing dispute about a proposed sale of art at Valparaiso University. Learn more: https://bit.ly/46yAQzi
Donor Intent Watch: Art Sale Controversy and Revisiting Race-Conscious Scholarships
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In an op-ed published in USA TODAY, Mayor Mike Coffman of Aurora, Colorado, explains how the community is combating homelessness. Coffman describes how nonprofit models can work to help improve communities and alleviate homelessness. Read the story: https://bit.ly/3LAxpyt
USA Today Op-Ed Highlights Philanthropic Efforts to Combat Homelessness
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Philanthropy Roundtable is pleased to announce the selection of business leaders, philanthropists, and brothers Jeff and Pete Coors as the winners of the 2024 Simon-DeVos Prize for Philanthropic Leadership. Jeff and Pete Coors have led the Adolph Coors Foundation for 48 years, which places a high priority on programs that help youth prosper, encourage economic opportunities for adults, and advance public policies that reflect our nation’s founding principles. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4cikxb6
2024 Simon-DeVos Prize Winners: Jeff and Pete Coors
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