Climate change is an existential threat. Yet climate solutions get just a fraction of philanthropic dollars. Could a new pledge help motivate others to give more?
Climate change poses an existential threat to life on Earth. Yet environmental charities in Canada get just two per cent of foundation funds. Has a voluntary climate pledge helped increase support?
All levels of government announced new funding for the charitable sector during the pandemic. But how much did organizations net in total? And is the boost in funding here to stay?
For more than a decade, the number of donors reporting a gift on their taxes has declined. But despite tough fundraising conditions, some organizations are continuing to grow by netting large donations.
Closing a family business has broader impacts and implications on the community surrounding it - especially in terms of neighbourhood wealth and job losses.
Canadian non-profits continue to grapple with volunteer shortages, even as the COVID-19 pandemic fades into memory. Retaining older volunteers could help stem the tide.
