August 2026 - Exponent Philanthropy

August 2026 Resources

Under Pressure, Lean Foundations Are Holding the Line on Racial Equity

Over the past two years, federal backlash against nonprofits doing racial equity work has been relentless. Executive orders have targeted DEI programs directly, threatening funding and inviting legal scrutiny for foundations that keep equity language in their mission statements, according to the National Council of Nonprofits. Federal funding freezes have hit hardest in the communities... Read More

71% of Family Foundations Are Already Engaging Their Next Generation. Is Yours?

What does it actually look like to bring the next generation into your foundation’s work? Most family foundations have good intentions here, welcoming children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, or younger staff and board members into the mission, but intentions rarely translate into a clear plan. If that gap has led your foundation to treat next-gen engagement... Read More