Nine Canadian funders make historic $405 million pledge to combat climate change

Why It Matters

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?

How UK funders quickly mobilized against racist violence

Why It Matters

This summerโ€™s violent attacks on Muslim and other racialized communities in the UK revealed deep-seated tensions. With more data โ€“ and strategies that incorporate insights from that data โ€“ funders can actively direct capital towards projects that help prevent future violence.

Children spearhead change in Worst Child Labour countries

Why It Matters

Evidence from Bangladesh and Nepal shows that children can understand their exploitation and offer meaningful solutions. Engaging them is critical to developing more effective strategies to combat the worst forms of child labour.

Canadian senior volunteers felt erased during pandemic years, want meaningful work

Why It Matters

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.

Radio team uses philanthropy as a way to entertain, connect audience

Why It Matters

Philanthropy is probably not the first theme an FM radio station show considers when discussing how to craft an entertaining show. But the teamโ€™s unique format has led to hundreds of thousands of dollars being raised in Winnipeg and Manitoba - and is popular.