Pope Francis and Bill Clinton to Talk Climate Change at Clinton Global Initiative

Plus, the Kendeda Fund's $30 million “living building” is an inspiration for nonprofits; and how to make site visits productive for grant makers and nonprofit leaders ADVERTISEMENT [Philanthropy Today Logo]( You can also [read this newsletter on the web](. Or, if you no longer want to receive this newsletter, [unsubscribe](. PHILANTHROPIC EVENTS [Pope Francis and Bill Clinton Will Discuss Climate Change at Clinton Global Initiative]( By Glenn Gamboa, AP Business Writer The pontiff will discuss broad issues — including the refugee crisis and the welfare of children — during an onstage videoconference. ADVERTISEMENT CAPITAL PHILANTHROPY [An Unusual $30 Million Gift: a Building That Generates More Energy and Water Than It Uses]( By Drew Lindsay Diana Blank’s foundation put up $25 million to build the structure — and another $5 million to tell its story and help others launch similar projects. YOUR NONPROFIT COACH [How to Have Productive Site Visits: Advice for Grant Makers and Nonprofit Leaders]( By Joan Garry They are a huge investment of time and energy, and the goal of building authentic relationships is forgotten. GRANTS ROUNDUP [Salesforce Awards $20 Million to U.S. Education Groups]( By M.J. Prest Also, Press Forward will give $500 million to strengthen local news organizations, and the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation has awarded its 2023 Humanitarian Prize to the One Acre Fund. Webinar [Top Ways to Thank Donors and Inspire Loyalty]( Before the critical year-end giving season begins, join us on Thursday, September 28, at 2 p.m. Eastern to learn how to freshen your donor communications and donor recognition efforts. We’ll share insights from the latest research in donor psychology and offer practical advice on how to apply the findings. Get inspired by real-world examples of creative and fun ways nonprofits thank their donors. 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Most grants are for class actions, but funding has also been provided for multi-plaintiff and environmental justice cases that aim to significantly affect a larger system or lead to significant law reform. The grants may be used for out-of-pocket litigation expenses such as expert fees and discovery costs but not for attorneys’ fees, staff, or other overhead. Rapid response grants are also provided for urgent financial assistance of up to $10,000 for sudden out-of-pocket litigation expenses for public interest impact lawsuits. Grants generally range from $10,000 to $50,000. Letters of inquiry are due October 10. EDITOR'S PICKS BIG PHILANTHROPY [A Housing Group’s Coup: Support From Jeff Bezos’s Amazon and MacKenzie Scott]( By Jim Rendon The National Housing Trust just received an infusion of funds to help tackle the housing crisis. OPINION [J.D. Vance Had a Point: Let’s Rein in All Large Endowed Institutions]( By Craig Kennedy Wealthy nonprofits, especially universities, increasingly demonstrate the same behaviors that led Congress to regulate foundations more than 50 years ago. The law should be updated to include these organizations. MEDICINE [The Philanthropy That Jump-Started a Cure for Sickle Cell Disease]( By Kay Dervishi Since 2008, the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation has awarded $35 million to research scientists focused on the disease. Now several of them are bringing their gene therapy cure to clinical trial for FDA approval. ADVERTISEMENT RECOMMENDED WEBINAR [Join our next webinar]( — Are you sending out templated thank-you letters to donors? If so, you’re missing out on an opportunity to connect more deeply with your supporters. Savvy fundraisers take the time to customize communications that speak directly to a donor’s heart and inspire loyalty. How can you thank donors in ways that energize connection to your cause and further commitment to your organization? Join us September 28 at 2 p.m. Eastern to learn the latest research in philanthropic psychology and learn how you can easily apply it to thank-you letters and campaigns to increase donor retention. We’ll share real-world examples and proven tips that work, no matter the size of your budget. Plus, you’ll learn about creative, fun ways nonprofits are showing gratitude that will likely spark your own ideas for fostering love for your organization. [Register now.]( JOB OPPORTUNITIES [Apply today](http://). [VP, Major & Planned Gifts-Hybrid]( United Way Miami [Director of Annual Giving]( Asheville School [Grant Writer]( University of Pikeville [Search other jobs.]( [Chronicle of Philanthropy Logo]( This newsletter was sent to {EMAIL}. [Read this newsletter on the web](. 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