‘Influence is forever’: Reflections on the legacy of Nathan Gilbert
The former executive director of the Laidlaw Foundation didn’t just effect change, those who knew him say – he changed how people think and the way philanthropy works.
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Feminist philanthropy in practice: When solidarity becomes systems change
From mission-aligned investments to grantmaking that supports generational movements, feminist philanthropy has myriad lessons for the philanthropic sector writ large.
Fair Funding for Nonprofits proposes federal funding reform to support Canadians
A sector coalition is advocating for flexible funding, while the government emphasizes accountability. Both are trying to reduce administrative burden. Can these needs co-exist?
An ancient past unearthed by urban construction
This is the first piece from Gabrielle McMann, a writing fellow working with The Philanthropist Journal and The Local in Toronto.
Feminist philanthropy: What it stands for – and what it’s up against
Like all social movements, the generational struggle for women’s rights and gender equality ebbs and flows. But the current moment feels different. With feminist movements facing a perfect storm of interconnected threats, how philanthropy responds – or not – is a political choice.
What Canada’s climate leaders need now
New research reveals a dynamic, self-assured, and growing climate justice movement in Canada. Four actionable themes emerged about what this movement needs now and how funders can grow its impact and power.
Why ‘big giving’ falls short
In his new book, Glen Galaich argues for changing the mindset of institutional philanthropy, away from control and toward community engagement, away from donor-centred philanthropy to people- and community-centred philanthropy.
Lessons from one local effort to rekindle a culture of volunteering
Volunteer Peterborough aims to buck a national trend of declining volunteerism by supporting people to find opportunities that match their skills and interests.
