Terry Fox Foundation collaborating to expand cancer research, philanthropy
Why It Matters
Traditional fundraising, even when extremely successful, comes with limitations. Innovative partnerships could leverage private sector investment and expand impact.
New Rapid Response Network to strengthen non-profit contribution to federal policy
Why It Matters
Non-profits have historically been excluded from critical policy discussions, even when they have sector-wide implications. Better coordination could change that.
Ghana's Lake Bosomtwe farmers fight pests and lake loss with science and tradition
Why It Matters
The challenges farmers face at Lake Bosomtwe, from pests to lake loss, exemplify global environmental crises. Their integrated approach to solutions offers crucial lessons for other regions facing similar pressures, emphasizing community-led action.
Time to shift from acknowledgement to action for Indigenous wellbeing: experts
Why It Matters
Indigenous people are underrepresented in Canada’s non-profit sector. Building inclusive workplaces and implementing Indigenous knowledge could change that.
Funders are receiving more AI proposals, but not all are well-equipped to assess them
Why It Matters
Very few funders are giving grants for AI projects to begin with. Corporate and technology funders are more likely to have the in-house technical talent to evaluate grant applications, while traditional philanthropic foundations might need to call on third-party resources.