How Canada’s Foundation for Black Communities is Using Participatory Grantmaking
Exploring how the Foundation for Black Communities is using a participatory model to set an example of equitable grantmaking for others in Canada’s philanthropic sector.
Unlocking Abundance: A Conversation About DAF Reform in the Pacific Northwest
In the past few years, donor-advised funds have become a huge part of the conversation about charitable giving. In June, Magic Cabinet co-hosted an event with Proximate to explore different perspectives on DAFs.
Insights and Reflections on Yield Giving’s Open Call
Exploring how Yield Giving’s recent grants to our partners reflect a shift in philanthropy and the value of flexible funding, community-driven decisions, and long-term support for nonprofits.
The Philanthropic Choice Between Innovation And Stagnation
In this piece, Magic Cabinet CEO Christina Engel shares how philanthropy can shift away from hierarchal giving models toward more innovative and responsive funding grounded in community insights and priorities.
What’s Next for the Decolonizing Wealth Project?
Amber Banks of Decolonizing Wealth Project shares insight on the organization’s reparative philanthropy model and recent expansion into the Global South.
Cultivating Community Power with Rooted in Vibrant Communities
As a foundation that’s deeply committed to resourcing smaller, community-led organizations, we’re thrilled to partner with Seattle nonprofit Rooted in Vibrant Communities (RVC) to launch three fiscally-sponsored cohorts this spring.
Are Young Philanthropists Driving Participatory Philanthropy?
With $68 trillion in assets on the line, young philanthropists are shifting wealth and power by embracing new, participatory approaches to grantmaking.
Community Land Banks: An Alternative to Displacement in Puerto Rico?
Community land banks are on the rise in Puerto Rico, employing a new approach to help communities acquire affordable and accessible housing across the archipelago.
Nonprofit Trends That Will Dominate 2024
Several Forbes Nonprofit Council members, including Magic Cabinet’s own Christina Engel, share their predictions of top trends they believe will dominate the nonprofit sector in 2024.
Amplifying Community Voices with The Seventh Wave
At Magic Cabinet, we’re driven by our vision for community-led, community-driven impact. That’s why we’re partnering with The Seventh Wave, an arts and literary nonprofit illustrating the power of community storytelling.