Q&A Archive

Why are more funders turning to multiyear general operating support right now?

February 4, 2026 Hannah Smith /

Many nonprofits are navigating an increasingly unpredictable environment marked by funding volatility, rising demand, and ongoing capacity challenges. Multiyear general operating support helps address these realities by combining long-term commitments with flexible funding. Together, this approach allows organizations to: Plan beyond a single year, supporting more thoughtful strategy and decision-making Invest in staff and core... Read More

How are funders and nonprofits beginning to use AI across grantmaking and operations?

February 3, 2026 Hannah Smith /

Funders and nonprofits are starting to use AI across grantmaking and day-to-day operations to streamline work and free up staff time, while remaining mindful of risks related to accuracy, bias, and data privacy. Common uses include: Supporting the grants process: Nonprofits are using AI to draft and adapt grant proposals, proofread applications, and assess eligibility.... Read More

How are lean funders using multiyear general operating support?

January 15, 2026 Hannah Smith / General Questions

Data from Exponent Philanthropy’s 2026 Foundation Operations and Management Report, featured in The Hows & Whys of Multiyear General Operating Support, show that multiyear GOS is still used by a minority of foundations, but in intentional, high-impact ways. In the most recent fiscal year, 32% of foundations made multiyear GOS grants. These awards were larger... Read More

What can funders use to invite deeper reflection on power, systems change, and care in grantmaking?

January 5, 2026 Hannah Smith / General Questions

The Principles of Black Equity Framework, created by the Black Equity Collective, offers practical prompts and milestones that lean funders can use to integrate equity, care, and systems thinking into everyday grantmaking, evaluation, and learning. Read More

Do you have a practical example of a foundation executive director’s responsibilities throughout the year?

January 5, 2026 Hannah Smith / General Questions

This sample from The Buck Foundation outlines how a single-staff executive director manages grant cycles, board communication, finances, and grantee relationships over the course of a year. Read More

Who won the 2025 Outsized Impact Award?

December 10, 2025 Hannah Smith / General Questions

We were honored to recognize Tomás Alvarez III, Trustee at the Grunin Foundation, as this year’s Outsized Impact Award recipient. Across all three finalists, more than 900 votes were cast, reflecting the deep engagement and enthusiasm of our community. For more than two decades, Tomás has advanced equity and well-being through social work, youth development,... Read More

Q&A Archive

Why are more funders turning to multiyear general operating support right now?

How are funders and nonprofits beginning to use AI across grantmaking and operations?

How are lean funders using multiyear general operating support?

What can funders use to invite deeper reflection on power, systems change, and care in grantmaking?

Do you have a practical example of a foundation executive director’s responsibilities throughout the year?

Who won the 2025 Outsized Impact Award?

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