Black Migrants Are a Key Part of America's Multiracial Future. Funders Need to Empower Them

Black Migrants Are a Key Part of America's Multiracial Future. Funders Need to Empower Them

The number of Black newcomers to the U.S. is expected to skyrocket in the coming years. Guest author Nomzana Augustin believes now is the time for funders to commit to ensuring they can thrive.

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What We're Learning About How Funders Can Support Truth-Telling on the Border

What We're Learning About How Funders Can Support Truth-Telling on the Border

Popular media often reduces the southern border to a site of chaos and victimhood. Guest authors Favianna Rodriguez, Lane Harwell and Anita Khashu say funders should empower people there to tell their own stories.

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Lessons from the Four Freedoms Fund: How Philanthropy Can Support Immigrant Rights

Lessons from the Four Freedoms Fund: How Philanthropy Can Support Immigrant Rights

This pooled funding initiative has been fighting for immigrant rights for over 20 years. Fund leaders point to success in key states as a template for others interested in supporting the cause — and protecting democracy.

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Cities Don't Get Much Support for Migrant and Refugee Aid. This Global Fund Aims to Change That

Cities Don't Get Much Support for Migrant and Refugee Aid. This Global Fund Aims to Change That

Most migrants and refugees end up in cities, which seldom have the resources to support them. The Global Cities Fund is helping municipalities respond with the aim of opening up larger funding avenues.

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Five Things to Know About Unbound Philanthropy’s Funding for Immigrants and Refugees

Five Things to Know About Unbound Philanthropy’s Funding for Immigrants and Refugees

Dedicated to building welcoming societies and just systems for people on the move, Unbound Philanthropy funds in both the U.S. and the U.K. These days, it’s seeking to shine a light on solutions around climate-driven migration.

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Six Questions for Cathy Cha, President and CEO of the Evelyn and Walter Haas, Jr. Fund

Six Questions for Cathy Cha, President and CEO of the Evelyn and Walter Haas, Jr. Fund

We spoke with the leader of this prominent California social justice funder to discuss her career, her experience as the daughter of Korean immigrants, threats to American democracy, and more.

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Charities Aiding Immigrants and Refugees Fare Better When They Raise Money from Private Sources

Charities Aiding Immigrants and Refugees Fare Better When They Raise Money from Private Sources

Ongoing crises and political developments have challenged nonprofits serving immigrants and refugees, but sometimes also pose fundraising opportunities. Unsurprisingly, well-established operations tend to have a leg up.

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Two Immigration Nonprofits Decided to Merge. Here's How Their Funders Reacted

Two Immigration Nonprofits Decided to Merge. Here's How Their Funders Reacted

Last month, the American Immigration Council and New American Economy announced they were combining their operations. Such nonprofit mergers are rare. According to some funders, maybe they shouldn’t be.

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The Four Freedoms Fund Has Backed Immigrant Rights for 18 Years. Here’s How, and What’s Next

The Four Freedoms Fund Has Backed Immigrant Rights for 18 Years. Here’s How, and What’s Next

The Four Freedoms Fund, established 18 years ago in the wake of 9/11, is a leading philanthropic hub for the immigrant rights movement. A recent report highlights its history, accomplishments and goals for the future.

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DACA Win Should Embolden Philanthropy to Double Down on Support for Migrant Justice

DACA Win Should Embolden Philanthropy to Double Down on Support for Migrant Justice

The Supreme Court ruling on DACA was a victory, but the fight is far from over. NCRP’s Ben Barge argues that after years of insufficient, inconsistent funding, philanthropy must stand with immigrants and refugees when the courts won’t.

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For Immigrant Funders, Today's Priority Is Direct Relief. What About Tomorrow?

For Immigrant Funders, Today's Priority Is Direct Relief. What About Tomorrow?

Gaps in federal and state COVID-19 relief have funders scrambling to shore up vulnerable communities. Immigrants are among the hardest-hit. Will groundbreaking new collaborations to fund direct relief fuel longer-term change?

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