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Half a billion dollar local journalism initiative expands across US
A national coalition of funders investing over $500 million to boost local journalism in the US is expanding into 17 new regions and communities. Mississippi, Wyoming and New Mexico are among US states joining the Press …
China amends charity law in crowdfunding crackdown
China has amended its charity law in a bid to clamp down to people using crowdfunding to pay for large medical bills. Crowdfunding activities related to health must now seek permission from the Ministry of …
Meta accused of using philanthropy to influence universities
Tech giant Meta, owner of social media platforms Facebook and Instagram, is using philanthropy to influence universities in the US. That’s according to a report published by the Tech Transparency Project, which has found that …
Philanthropy meets regulation in the digital age
Internet regulation can assist the work of social change movements – but it can also be used to hinder it Philanthropy is a critical player in the rapidly evolving digital landscape. As the challenges and …
WINGSForum 2023: Transform philanthropy to transform the world
From October 3-5, 2023, more than 350 attendees from over 50 countries gathered in Nairobi, Kenya for the 7th edition of WINGSForum, this year co-hosted with the African Philanthropy Network (APN). WINGSForum brought together philanthropy …
Philanthropy has the power to target misinformation
In a world where misinformation spreads like wildfire, philanthropic organisations and charities must recognise the urgency of investing in anti-misinformation efforts. While the climate crisis remains a paramount concern, the insidious effects of misinformation reach …
Philanthropy East Forum set to take place in Sarajevo
Sarajevo is set to host to a conference delving into peace, justice and democracy. The Philanthropy East Forum, formerly Grantmakers East Forum, will explore the current times of uncertainty and increasing unpredictability. Russia’s invasion of …
How philanthropy can tailor digital health solutions for the underserved
Digital health has emerged as a potential game-changer for enabling accessible, affordable, and quality health care for all. Globally, the digital health landscape is maturing rapidly, with investments in digital health reaching $57.2 billion in …
Global updates
This is our round-up of philanthropy news around the world featured in the June 2023 issue of Alliance: Arab region Region rallies behind earthquake response UAE Ramadan giving raises $19m for meals Alliance regional representative …
Why better online donor journeys matter
In a time of belt-tightening, online giving still seems set to grow The data shows 2022 was a tougher year for charities than 2021. The war in Ukraine, an ensuing cost-of-living crisis, and even the …
