The article discusses the ongoing challenges faced by nonprofits under the Trump administration, including proposed legislation that could threaten tax exemptions. It emphasizes the necessity for civil society leaders and donors to actively resist these threats and advocate for equity and inclusion funding. The author acknowledges the disparity in financial power between progressive and conservative donors, urging a collective effort to organize and strengthen the nonprofit sector. Suggested strategies include increased funding support, courage in leadership, and solidarity among organizations to combat these threats effectively.
"Whether it is students being arrested or institutions cowering when faced with the withholding of federal funds, the threats to civil society are obviousâeven as many institutions, such as the National Council of Nonprofits, have been vigilant in resistance."
"All this, of course, is easy to say, harder to do. How do we turn ideas into action?"
"Donors and foundations who care about equity and justice have been outmaneuvered and outspent by donors who want to pull our society in the opposite direction."
"We need to be organizing. Three strategies are vitally important: Donors must step up with more resources, civil society leaders must stand their ground, and organizations not targeted must stand in solidarity."
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