By Meredith Jacobs Our Pledge I’m back in my home office, which feels strange because I had converted it into a guest room. As I searched through the house for the saw horses that supported the desktop, my husband reminded me that a year ago, over his objections, I insisted … [Read more...] about Our Pledge
Foundation-Grantee Partnerships
An Open Message to Grantees from the Funder Community
Since biblical times, Judaism’s imperative has been to protect the most vulnerable members of society. Vulnerability has taken on new meaning in our communities today. It includes our friends and neighbors, teachers and rabbis, colleagues and family. As COVID-19 drastically a … [Read more...] about An Open Message to Grantees from the Funder Community
Gigs, Moonlighting, Side Hustles, and Passion Projects in Jewish Professional Life
By Doron Kenter A 2019 study found that nearly half of all millennial workers (48%) earn income through various “side hustles.”[1] Although we can’t know for sure how many Jewish communal professionals have gigs on the side, it’s probably not pure speculation to suggest that it … [Read more...] about Gigs, Moonlighting, Side Hustles, and Passion Projects in Jewish Professional Life
Donors Need to Stop Pressuring Nonprofits to Pinch Pennies
By Joseph Stinn The end of the year is a popular time to give to charity. Historically, Americans have made 30% of their annual donations in December. Many of them get a head start on the first Tuesday after Thanksgiving during the global online fundraising campaign … [Read more...] about Donors Need to Stop Pressuring Nonprofits to Pinch Pennies
Insights on Building Honest Communication Between Funders and Grantees
By Aaron Saxe If you’ve seen one foundation … you’ve seen one foundation. This common refrain in the nonprofit world is a reminder of the singularity of every funder. In turn, with this premise, grantees, potential grantees, consultants, and others spend significant time … [Read more...] about Insights on Building Honest Communication Between Funders and Grantees
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