The Sequoia Foundation has become a major player in climate philanthropy and we can expect 2024 to be another big year. What does its philanthropy look like, and where is the money going?
Read MoreThanks in part to a $1.7 billion pledge, more funding than ever is going toward Indigenous peoples and their critical role in climate and land protection. New research shows relatively little goes directly to groups on the ground.
Read MoreAfter years spent reporting on the topic, our climate philanthropy reporter Michael Kavate confronts his frustrations with the sector.
Read MoreThe Fund for Frontline Power was established following the first round of grants from Bezos Earth Fund, offering a way for recipients to channel dollars to grassroots organizations. It’s regranted millions and is looking to grow.
Read MoreGuest contributor Dr. Vanessa Kerry argues that even as philanthropy pledges billions toward climate adaptation and the climate-health nexus, what really matters is how and to whom those dollars are made available.
Read MoreSeeking to expand what it means for philanthropy to divest, the investigative nonprofit F Minus put together a report on funders — including climate backers — with connections to fossil fuel lobbyists.
Read MoreMany environmental funders still did not share their diversity data with the sector’s annual report card from Green 2.0. Respondents did show gains, though board diversity declined.
Read MoreAfter more than a decade at the helm of the $13 billion foundation, Larry Kramer will step down at the end of the month. IP’s David Callahan looks back on what made his tenure unique, and some of his key accomplishments.
Read MoreFor the first time, food systems and sustainable agriculture are a major focus at this year’s U.N. climate summit. Here’s a rundown of the philanthropic commitments and ambitions that have emerged.
Read MoreFor years, a handful of major funders have been involved in the fight to curb methane emissions and other super pollutants. That support just got a big boost surrounding COP28, with new funders and more money.
Read MoreThe Ballmer Group entered the arena of climate philanthropy last year with a sizable set of grants. Now, another huge round of giving is making the scope of their ambitions clearer. Here’s where the money is going.
Read MoreDiana Blank’s foundation is winding down this year, having moved over $1 billion to the environment, rights of women and girls, and more. Family and staff recount Kendeda’s history and explain how and why it’s spending down.
Read MoreFour federal bills in recent years unlocked massive federal spending, much of which will flow through nonprofits. How is philanthropy supporting groups on the ground as they apply for funds?
Read MoreGiving for climate mitigation surged in 2020 and 2021, but was basically flat last year, according to a new report from ClimateWorks Foundation. There are, however, some key areas within the field that are receiving more funding.
Read MoreWith federal spending on the way and climate impacts becoming more extreme, it’s an all-hands-on-deck moment for climate action. But several climate funders are in a state of flux, causing anxiety among grantees.
Read MoreAmid a stream of dire climate news that keeps coming, our latest set of must-reads on climate philanthropy features resources on transit action in the Midwest, a Walton heir, a map of global climate justice groups, and more.
Read MoreTwo major climate-related pledges recently featured several names not before seen on such lists — both legacy foundations and the funding vehicles of living billionaires. Are we seeing a new set of climate funders emerge?
Read MoreA nonprofit intermediary, Hyphen works to bridge the gap between philanthropy and government, aiming to make an ongoing torrent of federal spending more equitable. We connected with senior staff to learn more.
Read MoreReflecting sector-wide trends, philanthropies threw their weight behind two collaborative global development efforts, seeking to bolster citizen engagement and shift power to those close to the ground.
Read MoreIt’s been a busy time for climate philanthropy as new funds, pledges and commitments just keep coming online. Building on prior coverage, here are a few more that have caught our attention over the past couple weeks.
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