Philanthropy Roundtable

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

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.

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.” 

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

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

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.

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 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

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

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