Generosity Builds
Coverage of Generosity Builds in the Nexus archive.
- The perception gap that’s costing philanthropy its footing
The Council on Foundations is launching the 'Generosity Builds' campaign to address a 'perception gap' where Americans underestimate their reliance on charitable organizations. The sector faces increased scrutiny from the federal government and populist movements, with recent political efforts, including proposals under President Donald Trump, threatening foundation resources through new taxes and reduced grants.
- Foundations are emphasizing their community services to counter narratives of fraud and partisanship
A network of charitable foundations is launching a campaign to highlight their community contributions amid increased scrutiny from the federal government and populist movements. The Council on Foundations aims to counter narratives portraying philanthropy as partisan or fraudulent, citing political attacks and policy proposals that threaten nonprofit resources.