Free Expression, University Culture, and the Role of Leadership
The president of the University of Chicago, Dr. Robert Zimmer, discusses the importance of creating a climate of free speech on campus.
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Justice Alito Defends the First Amendment
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito defended the First Amendment rights to free speech and religious liberty, warning that support for each is slipping.
Some Genuine Questions for the Ford Foundation’s Darren Walker
Recently, I ve been following a lot of what Darren Walker, the CEO of the Ford Foundation, has been saying. I came across an interview he did in 2019, and I have to say, I found myself a little confused.
The Time to Stand and Speak
The Atlas Network’s 2020 Liberty Forum & Freedom Dinner: On Wednesday, November 11, Roundtable President and CEO Elise Westhoff delivered an opening address titled “The Time to Stand and Speak.”
Legend v. Cuban: A Twitter Battle Royale Over Philanthropy?
John Legend picked an online fight with Mark Cuban over the subject of philanthropy, of all things. Who won?
Battlegrounds, Defending Democracy through Principled Foreign Policy
In this session, former National Security Advisor Lt. General H.R. McMaster illuminated the threats and oppositions to America s security, prosperity, and influence from the Chinese Communist Party. He addressed what measures are being taken and what more should be done to defend our democracy against these threats.
Changing the Narrative About Veterans
Veterans can be powerful civic assets, but only if they are equipped and deployed to fill those roles.
Security Threats? Donor Privacy Matters
We should be concerned about all forms of threatened violence, regardless of whether it s aimed at progressive nonprofits, conservative organizations, or anyone in between.
President-Elect Biden Has a Choice to Make About Philanthropy
Given the seriousness of what Joe Biden may need to throw his energy and effort into addressing, it seems he has a choice to make when it comes to philanthropy.
What Biden s Win and the Stock Market Surge Mean for Giving
Elise Westhoff explains how a Biden administration could change philanthropy.
A Win in California! Prop 16 Goes Down
We consider this a true win for anyone who believes in a vision of America where people, regardless of race or other characteristics, can pursue opportunity.
A ‘Must-Read’ for Higher Ed Donors
Earlier this year, The Philanthropy Roundtable published a guidebook focused entirely on protecting donor intent, a key aspect of philanthropic excellence.
Biden s Tax Proposals Cause Reason for Concern About Charitable Giving
Sandra Swirski, executive director of ACR, wrote to The Chronicle of Philanthropy expressing concerns about how Joe Biden’s tax plan could affect the philanthropic sector.
Free Speech on Campus: The Role of the University and Its Leadership
University of Chicago President Robert Zimmer has been a visionary leader within the higher education space, working with his faculty and administration to establish the university s Chicago Principles of Free Expression. These principles, which focus on what the role of a university should be, have been endorsed and/or adopted by more than 80 universities nationwide. In a special conversation with Cason Carter, Zimmer discussed the relationship between free speech and open inquiry, its relationship to the First Amendment, and how his principled leadership has led to a thriving academic culture on the University of Chicago s campus. At a time when many questions are being asked about the value of the university, Zimmer s example provides a model for university leaders across the country.
Community Foundations Use DAFs to Give Away $1.22 Billion
Community foundations from Oklahoma to Oregon gave more than $1.22 billion to charity through donor-advised funds this year.
Small Donations Make a Big Impact
Giving shot up in the first half of 2020. For that, you can thank not just the billionaire philanthropists, but thousands of donors with small gifts.
COVID-19 Giving: Donors Aren’t Tapped Out Yet
In a year afflicted by the coronavirus pandemic, will Americans keep their donations up until the end? A recent survey has some good news.
New Reports on Strategic Time Horizons in Philanthropy
Helpful news for individuals, families, and foundation boards engaged in time-horizon conversations.
Good to Know! Proposals Calling for Regulation of the Philanthropy Sector
I sat down with John Tyler of the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation to get up to speed on a recent proposal to regulate DAFs.
1619 v. 1776: The First Direct Debate Between Scholars
We believe this is the first time that authors from both sides of the debate have met face to face to discuss their perspectives.