On the heels of Inauguration Day in the United States (2021), I decided to start a weekly (or at least somewhat regular) post that includes the most notable articles I’ve been reading as part of the nonpprofit / philanthropy world. As a grants manager for an anti-poverty agency, they often have an anti-racism / anti-poverty […]
2015 Gates Letter: A Big Bet and a Call for Global Citizens
Fifteen years ago, Bill and Melinda Gates started a foundation with the idea that they could dramatically reduce inequity in the world by supporting innovative work in health and education. The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation has seen amazing progress since 2000, but 15 years later, they are making their biggest bet yet. On January 22nd, Bill […]
Bill and Melinda Gates: Debunking Myths Around Global Poverty
I’ve got a little quiz for you today. Answer true or false to the following statements: Poor countries are doomed to stay poor. Foreign aid is a big waste. Saving lives leads to overpopulation. If you answered false to all three, you are correct! If you answered true, don’t worry. You are not alone. But […]
