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The Commons in Conversation

Chronicle of Philanthropy
Philanthropy
Urban-Rural Divide
Civic Engagement
Substance Abuse
Trust In Institutions
Community Support
Media Representation
Democracy Renovation
Our Common Purpose
Technology
Addiction Recovery
Women In Recovery
Rural America
Demon Copperhead
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
WK Kellogg Foundation
Democracy
Grassroots Community Development
Civic Education
Racial Healing

What can nonprofits and philanthropy do to bring Americans together and strengthen fractured communities? The Commons in Conversation gets answers in interviews with advocates, leaders, and thinkers, including philanthropist Reid Hoffman, author Barbara Kingsolver, and democracy scholar and nonprofit leader Danielle Allen. Join Chronicle of Philanthropy editors and writers as we explore solutions ... more

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If democracy is unraveling, what can save it? 

Scholar, author, and nonprofit leader Danielle Allen joins The Commons in Conversation to talk about a range of solutions championed by philanthropy and nonprofits. These include reform of institutions ... more

Does philanthropy share in the blame for America's divisions?

Hali Lee, co-founder of the Donors of Color Network, believes that large foundations and billionaire donors have done plenty to pull the country apart, even as they pursue good. Lee joins... more

As federal Washington burns with division and conflict, some grant makers are trying to repair the country’s social fabric by strengthening communities. Join Rockefeller Brothers Fund president Stephen Heintz and Katie Loudin of the West Virginia Com... more

From its post in America’s heartland, the 95-year-old W.K. Kellogg Foundation has achieved a diversity in grant making that has eluded many foundations: In the past decade, more than 40 percent of its grant dollars have gone to organizations led by p... more

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Danielle Allen
A democracy scholar and director of the Allen Lab for Democracy Renovation at the Harvard Kennedy School
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Stephen Heintz
President and CEO of the Rockefeller Brothers Fund
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Katie Loudin
Strategic Development Director for the West Virginia Community Development Hub
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La June Montgomery Tabron
CEO of the WK Kellogg Foundation
WK Kellogg Foundation
Episode: La June Montgomery Tabron: A 'Powerful Journey' Toward Racial Healing
Cecilia Conrad
CEO of Lever for Change
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Episode: Reid Hoffman's $10 Million Competition to Rebuild Trust in Institutions
Reid Hoffman
Co-founder of LinkedIn and philanthropist
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Andrew Simon
Editor-in-Chief of The Chronicle of Philanthropy

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Move Over, Mega-Donors! Philanthropist Hali Lee on the Power of Collective Giving
Q: What should mega-donors do to change their giving practices?
Consider matching the funding of giving circles already doing grassroots work or form a giving circle with peers to get closer to community needs.
Move Over, Mega-Donors! Philanthropist Hali Lee on the Power of Collective Giving
Q: What are some effective ways for people to start a giving circle or mutual aid group?
Visit the Philanthropy Together website for resources, start informal meetings with friends to discuss values and goals, and don't worry about perfection; just begin.
La June Montgomery Tabron: A 'Powerful Journey' Toward Racial Healing
Q: How can nonprofit leaders put some of the lessons you have in here to work?
Nonprofit leaders should start conversations with their boards using the methodology of healing, learning to affirm and share their stories to build collective leadership.
La June Montgomery Tabron: A 'Powerful Journey' Toward Racial Healing
Q: What made you decide to write this book now?
Montgomery Tabron expresses that the nation needs to heal, and she believes that healing brings people together, which is essential in the current divisive narratives.
Why Big Philanthropy Is Funding Small Hyperlocal Projects
Q: Katie, how does your Hub work with community leaders and the local populace?
Katie describes their approach as community development involving intensive coaching and building leadership, empowering communities to identify their assets and engage in successful local projects.

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A significant focus is placed on exploring the roles that nonprofits, philanthropy, and civic engagement play in addressing societal divisions within America. Through a series of in-depth interviews with notable figures such as scholars, philanthropists, and community leaders, the initiative highlights critical dialogues surrounding democracy, social equity, and community cohesion. Key themes recur throughout the discussions, including the importance of grassroots efforts, collective giving, racial healing, and transformative community-building projects. The conversations often critique traditional philanthropy models, advocating for more inclusive and empowered approaches to giving and civic involvement, making it a unique resource for tho... more

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