The 14 Most Important Players in Corporate Philanthropy

 The 14 Most Important Players in Corporate Philanthropy

For all the hype corporate giving can generate, getting a handle on it isn’t easy. Still, there are some clear leaders, encompassing the nation’s biggest banks, tech giants, pharmaceutical companies and retailers.

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Political Will and Philanthropy Align to Address a Malnutrition Crisis

Political Will and Philanthropy Align to Address a Malnutrition Crisis

A perfect storm of global events is contributing to a malnutrition crisis. Two collaborative efforts to combat hunger launched recently, backed by several private funders. Here are the details.

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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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"Seeds Sown Today." How Walmart.org's Deploying a Major Racial Equity Commitment

"Seeds Sown Today." How Walmart.org's Deploying a Major Racial Equity Commitment

Since last June, corporations have invested more than $4 billion in racial equity initiatives. Here’s how Walmart.org is making its first moves, with an eye toward achieving lasting change.

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A New Fund Looks to Support Women Workers in Global Supply Chains

A New Fund Looks to Support Women Workers in Global Supply Chains

Amid a rising movement to support global workers’ rights, a new fund launched by the U.N. Foundation takes a bottom-up approach to empowering the women toiling on global supply chains.

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Amid Competing Funding Priorities, Who’s Supporting the Nation’s Military Veterans?

Amid Competing Funding Priorities, Who’s Supporting the Nation’s Military Veterans?

As funders stretch to address COVID-19, a set of devoted foundations and corporations have kept their support for veterans steady. In fact, many have increased and adapted their funding in response to the pandemic. Here’s a roundup.

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As Corporations Grapple With Commitments to Racial Justice, Authenticity Rules

As Corporations Grapple With Commitments to Racial Justice, Authenticity Rules

Corporations have committed more than $450 million to social and racial justice groups, but are struggling with tone and intent in their responses to mass protests. How can their commitments unfold in inclusive and authentic ways?

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Alarms Are Sounding on Food Insecurity in the U.S. Who’s Answering the Call?

Alarms Are Sounding on Food Insecurity in the U.S. Who’s Answering the Call?

Millions of Americans faced food insecurity even before the pandemic hit. Now, with schools out and unemployment rising, the situation is growing dire for many. How are foundations, corporations and individual donors stepping up?

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What's the Deal With the Walmart Foundation’s Investments in Indian Smallholder Farmers?

What's the Deal With the Walmart Foundation’s Investments in Indian Smallholder Farmers?

Walmart’s business in India is growing rapidly. That economic stake—along with the company’s CSR goals around its supply chain—helps explain why its philanthropic arm is making $25 million in grants to boost farmers.

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“Cost-Effective, Scalable Solutions.” Behind a New Push to Reduce Food Waste

“Cost-Effective, Scalable Solutions.” Behind a New Push to Reduce Food Waste

Each year, Americans spend more than $160 billion a year on food that’s never eaten—even as hunger and food insecurity remain a chronic problem. Can a new nonprofit accelerator, backed by the Walmart Foundation, help change that?

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A Retail Giant Gives Millions for Workforce Development. But Could It Do More?

A Retail Giant Gives Millions for Workforce Development. But Could It Do More?

Walmart and its foundation recently gave $4 million to organizations that train workers for better jobs. As America’s biggest private employer, though, the company’s real power to expand mobility lies in improving its own labor practices.

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