Fearless Foundation: Lawsuit Summary and Resources
By Hannah Freedman onOctober 3, 2024The First Amendment right of people and organizations to give according to their values — including to…
As Fearless Foundation Settles Case, Council on Foundations, Independent Sector Encourage Funders to Continue Giving in Line With Values
By Nina Ford in Press Release on(WASHINGTON, September 12, 2024) – The Fearless Fund and Fearless Foundation announced a settlement yesterday with the American Alliance…
Helping South Dallas Neighbors Reach Their Full Potential One Person at a Time
By Jessica Mitrovich in Blog onEmpowering the Masses works to help their neighbors in the South Dallas, Texas area gain access to sustainable, lucrative career…
Building Sustainable Lives and Fostering Ethical Leadership
By Jessica Mitrovich in Blog onThe William G. McGowan Charitable Fund, headquartered in Chicago, brings to life William McGowan’s tradition of compassionate philanthropy and…
2024 Trust in Nonprofits and Philanthropy Report Finds Increase in Nonprofit Trust
By Nina Ford in Press Release onIndependent Sector examines strengths and challenges facing nonprofit and foundation trust in a polarizing election year.(WASHINGTON, June 24, 2024)…
As Court Rules Against Fearless Foundation, Council, Independent Sector Stand by Commitment to Funders’ Right to Give in Line With Values
By Nina Ford in Press Release onFearless Foundation Grant Program for Black Women Will Remain Halted While First Amendment Case Is HeardWASHINGTON – The Council…
Strengthening the Nonprofit Sector and Civic Engagement through Research
By Jessica Mitrovich in Blog onCivance Research is a nonprofit organization that aims to advance civic engagement through research to strengthen nonprofit organizations, foundations,…
Minnesota Council on Foundations Mobilizes a Vibrant Philanthropic Community
By Jessica Mitrovich in Blog onThe Minnesota Council on Foundations (MCF) is a vibrant community of grantmakers collectively advancing prosperity and equity. Independent Sector recently…
Value of Volunteer Time Frequently Asked Questions
By Hannah Freedman onQ: When do you release annual updates to the value of volunteer time? A: The value of volunteer time annual…
Volunteer Data That Tell a Compelling Story
By Hannah Freedman in Blog onIn honor of National Volunteer Month, Independent Sector released the updated hourly financial value of volunteer service. The national…
Advancing Excellence in Volunteer Administration with CCVA
By Hannah Freedman in Blog onThe Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration (CCVA) advances excellence in volunteer administration by delivering professional certification and a…
Expanding opportunities for young people to take action for nature
By Hannah Freedman in Blog onThe National Geographic Society and The Nature Conservancy share a deep commitment to conservation and exploration with a focus…
Remembering Janine Lee: A Tribute to Caring Leadership
By Hannah Freedman in Blog onToday, on the birthday of my dear friend Janine Lee, I’m reflecting on her life and her lasting impact…
Protecting the right to give according to our values
This article was originally published by Candid.On January 31, the Eleventh Circuit of the United States Court of Appeals…
Fourth Annual Report on Trust in Civil Society Reveals Decline in Nonprofit Trust
By Nina Ford in Press Release onIndependent Sector examines headwinds contributing to decline and identifies opportunities to enhance trust in current environment(WASHINGTON, September 26, 20…
How Chicago’s Hyperlocal Media Is a National Model
By Kristina Gawrgy in Blog onIndependent Sector regularly shares storytelling and essays from its members about the work they do serving and collaborating with…