Nonprofits, Trust, and the Disinformation Age

Plus, what new overtime rules mean for nonprofits; and NVIDIA's exec's $20 million gift to fight cancer ADVERTISEMENT [Philanthropy Today Logo]( You can also [read this newsletter on the web](. Or, if you no longer want to receive this newsletter, [unsubscribe](. RESEARCH [In a World Filled With Misinformation, Donors Want Truth From Charities]( [STORY IMAGE]( New research from the BBB Wise Giving Alliance finds that donors are concerned appeals from charities are sometimes misleading. ADVERTISEMENT [In a World Filled With Misinformation, Donors Want Truth From Charities]( IN CASE YOU MISSED IT [New Overtime Rule: Nonprofits May Need to Boost Pay for Nearly 500,000 Workers]( By Jim Rendon [STORY IMAGE]( Because of federal regulations that go into effect July 1, organizations are likely to boost some employees’ salaries and pay others overtime if they work more than 40 hours a week. GIFTS ROUNDUP [NVIDIA Executive Gives $20 Million to Fight Cancer With A.I. Tools]( By Maria Di Mento [STORY IMAGE]( Plus, contemporary ballet company BalletX received a $7.4 million bequest from an influential scholar of 17th- and 18th-century literature, and a Texas oil magnate gave Baylor Athletics $10 million. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR [Recent Op-Ed Poignantly Captures Why It’s Time for DEI 2.0]( Committing to an aspirational vision of diversity, equity, and inclusion is exactly what philanthropy needs. WEBINARS [July 18 at 2 p.m. ET | Register Now]( [STORY IMAGE]( It isn’t easy to create holiday appeals that capture donors’ attention during the busiest fundraising time of the year. To get a jump on these critical campaigns and a handle on what to expect this year, join us for Planning a Year-End Fundraising Strategy in the Current Giving Climate. You’ll learn from Skyler Reep of KSPS PBS and Seth Rosen of The American LGBTQ+ Museum as they share real-world appeals, proven approaches, and tips for planning ahead while staying flexible. Nonprofit News From Elsewhere Online The William Penn Foundation is expanding its environmental program and has launched a democracy effort to “build trust and participation, particularly among underrepresented communities.” The changes come as the fourth generation of Haas family members, which founded the grant maker with the fortune from its chemical company, prepares to take on greater leadership responsibilities at Philadelphia’s largest grant maker, which focuses most of its efforts in the city. William Penn, which last year made more than $154 million in grants, will also expand its children and family program beyond its current focus on literacy to also support improving mental health, early-childhood education, and connecting people with government benefits. Its environmental program, which has focused on watershed protection, will now support a broader range of efforts to increase green space. ([Philadelphia Inquirer]( California legislators passed a law to require students to take a personal finance course after a Silicon Valley businessman and philanthropist, Tim Ranzetta, bankrolled a ballot measure signature-collecting effort to ask voters to endorse the idea. Ranzetta heads a nonprofit, Next Gen Personal Finance, which provides free curriculum and teacher training. Gov. Gavin Newsom, a Democrat, voiced his support of the courses, which will teach students how to balance a checkbook, avoid financial scams, and manage credit cards. But others, who criticized Ranzetta’s push for the course, said it adds to an already crowded curriculum. “Billionaires by virtue of their wealth are exerting a disproportionate impact on determining curriculum in our schools,” said Troy Flint, chief information officer for the California School Boards Association. ([Los Angeles Times]( More News and Features - A Farm-Supply Chain Vowed to Stop Submitting DEI Data to Nonprofits Amid Pressure. Outcry Followed. ([Washington Post]( - To Boost Ocean Research, Some Scientists Are Turning to Superyachts ([Bloomberg]( - Amid Challenges, Small New York City Museums Are Closing Their Doors ([New York Times]( - Indigenous Visual Storytellers Call On Local Nonprofit to Address Concerns Over Images ([News Tribune]( - For the First Time Since 2018, Homeless Count Finds Fewer People Living On L.A. Streets ([Los Angeles Times]( - Michael Weinstein, the Head of the AIDS Healthcare Foundation, Is a Battler at the Ballot Box, and On Skid Row ([Los Angeles Times]( Note: In the links in this section, we flag articles that only subscribers can access. But because some journalism outlets offer a limited number of free articles, readers may encounter barriers with other articles we highlight in this roundup. Chronicle of Philanthropy Partnerships As part of the Chronicle’s Philanthropy & Nonprofit Accountability Fellowship, the Arizona Republic investigated [how millions of dollars were raised for a sheriff’s animal shelter]( that was never built. The Chronicle provides training and mentoring for local news organizations that want to report about nonprofits in their communities and the impact they have. SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHRONICLE [Chronicle of Philanthropy Subscription] Enjoying the newsletter? [Subscribe today]( for unlimited access to nonprofit news and analysis. EDITOR'S PICKS GIVING USA [Giving Continues Its Decline, Down 2.1% in 2023. Can Fundraisers Turn the Tide in 2024?]( By Rasheeda Childress [STORY IMAGE]( ‘Giving USA’ found that inflation took a bite out of giving again last year, but nonprofits are cautiously optimistic about 2024. FUNDRAISING [Melinda French Gates Is Championing Reproductive Rights. Will It Lead to More Donations?]( By Stephanie Beasley [STORY IMAGE]( The mega philanthropist has pledged $200 million for reproductive rights in the U.S. The funding comes as more states enact abortion restrictions and demand for abortion-related care soars. OPINION [What Nonprofit Leaders Are Reading This Summer]( By Nandita Raghuram [STORY IMAGE]( From post-apocalyptic fiction to lessons on democracy, here are six books to add to your summer reading list. ADVERTISEMENT RECOMMENDED WEBINAR [Join our webinar]( —It isn’t easy to create a campaign that captures donors’ attention — and gets them to give — during the most competitive fundraising time of the year. And 2024’s giving season presents even more challenges, including wars, economic worries, and a politically charged presidential election. To learn how to build a smart strategy despite the tricky climate, join the Chronicle on Thursday, July 18 at 2 p.m. ET for a 75-minute webinar and get a jump on your planning. 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