The Dangerous Precedent of Challenging Grants for Black Women (Opinion)

Plus, how to choose consultants and get the most from them; and Seattle Children's receives $50 million for pediatric cancer research ADVERTISEMENT [Philanthropy Today Logo]( You can also [read this newsletter on the web](. Or, if you no longer want to receive this newsletter, [unsubscribe](. OPINION [The Fearless Fund, DEI, and Attacks on Philanthropic Freedom]( By Howard Husock [STORY IMAGE]( Even conservatives skeptical of race-based policies should support a foundation’s right to hold a grant contest for Black women. ADVERTISEMENT CAREERS AND WORK [How to Choose Consultants — and Get the Most From Them]( By Jim Rendon [STORY IMAGE]( Bringing on a consultant is not as simple as it seems. Here are a few tips to get it right. GRANTS ROUNDUP [Seattle Children’s Receives $50 Million for Pediatric Cancer Research]( By M.J. 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