Polls View all Poll The Government of France has announced the formation of Current AI, a global public-private partnership intended to reshape the AI landscape by developing and supporting large-scale projects that serve the public interest. On which industry will AI initiatives have the most immediate impact? Healthcare Education Environment/Science Other See results View all Poll Philanthropic capital has significant potential to maximize impact in climate and environmental issues, a report from the Milken Institute finds. Philanthropy currently directs only about 2 percent of global contributions toward climate mitigation, according to a new Milken Institute report. Which underfunded area should receive the most philanthropic support? Deforestation Food systems Oceans Communications and outreach See results View all Poll A Council on Foundations report, Coming Together, Not Apart: Inside the Work of Turning Conflict Into Collaboration, has found that philanthropy’s investment in helping Americans connect and collaborate across differences can help overcome toxic polarization and build trust and community on local and national levels. What effect do you think collaboration has on reducing polarization and building trust? Collaboration builds bridges for communities in conflict Collaboration helps, but nonprofits should not compromise on their mission Collaboration can be a means to an end, but should not be the goal Collaboration doesn’t solve problems See results View all Poll Bloomberg Philanthropies and other U.S. climate funders have announced they will ensure the United States honors Paris Agreement commitments following the country’s second withdrawal. What is the biggest impact of Bloomberg Philanthropies' climate pledge? Funding global climate efforts Strengthening local action Inspiring other philanthropies Boosting public confidence See results View all Poll A report from the Muhammad Ali Center found that a majority of Americans (61 percent) said they feel that compassion has decreased over the last four years, yet compassion-related online searches have skyrocketed. How has compassion for others changed over the last four years? Compassion has increased Compassion has remained the same Compassion has decreased See results View all Poll The Emergency Assistance Foundation has announced that it provided over $59 million in financial assistance to more than 71,800 people and families in need around the world in 2024. What is the most impactful form of disaster relief aid? Direct payments to victims/survivors Donations to community foundations Donations to national organizations Other See results View all Poll The Global Biodiversity Framework Fund has announced a total of $2.7 million in project preparation grants and set aside $91.2 million for 18 additional projects in 17 countries, including nine Least Developed Countries (LDCs) and Small Island Developing States (SIDS). Which aspect of the Global Biodiversity Framework Fund's new initiatives is the most impactful? Supporting conservation and restoration of mangroves along Colombia’s Pacific coast with Afro-Colombian community involvement. Advancing biodiversity conservation in Least Developed Countries (LDCs) and Small Island Developing States (SIDS). Allocating $202 million in grants across 41 countries in 2024 to meet global biodiversity targets. See results View all Poll MacKenzie Scott has announced that Yield Giving, her philanthropic vehicle, has awarded more than $2 billion in grants to 199 organizations in 2024. What aspect of MacKenzie Scott's latest $2 billion philanthropic effort resonates most with you? Focus on economic security Investment in human rights and conservation Use of for-profit solutions Commitment to supporting undercapitalized groups like women and people of color See results View all Poll A study commissioned by Americans for the Arts found that while most Americans view the arts as essential, only half (51 percent) of Americans believe everyone in their community has equal access to the arts. Do you believe everyone in your community has equal access to the arts? Yes No Unsure See results View all Poll The private impact investing market in Europe has shown growth, with investments in unlisted assets reaching a record €190 billion ($199 billion), a report from the European Impact Investing Consortium finds. What is the most significant factor driving the growth of the impact investing market in Europe? Increased participation from institutional investors. The leadership of countries like the UK, Netherlands, and France. Expansion of venture capital and private equity impact funds. Collaboration among consortium members and policy makers. See results View all Poll A report from AmeriCorps found that, between 2022 and 2023, the formal volunteering rate in the United States increased by 5.1 percentage points. What factor do you think most contributed to the resurgence of volunteering in the U.S. post-pandemic? Increased awareness of community needs during the pandemic Introduction and popularity of virtual and hybrid volunteering Cultural emphasis on civic engagement in certain states Rebound in women’s and parents' formal volunteering rates See results View all Poll According to an online survey conducted by The Harris Poll of more than 2,000 U.S. adults on behalf of Vanguard Charitable, 62 percent of Americans believe that the majority of future giving will be done locally. What do you think has the biggest lasting philanthropic impact? Local nonprofits National nonprofits International nonprofits Other See results View all Poll According to a report by the National Philanthropic Trust, the value of donor-advised fund (DAF) grantmaking to charitable organizations in 2023 remained flat year-over-year at $54.77 billion while contributions to DAFs decreased 21.7 percent to $59.43 billion. Which aspect of the 2024 Donor-Advised Fund Report do you think will have the biggest impact on the nonprofit sector? Grantmaking from DAFs remaining flat The decrease in contributions to DAFs in 2023 The stable grant payout rate from DAFs The role of DAFs in helping charities sustain their missions See results View all Poll A report from the Global Resilience Partnership found that investing in urban resilience solutions in informal contexts (i.e., not led or primarily funded by government) leads to broader outcomes that extend beyond climate resilience. What is the most valuable benefit of informal investments in urban resilience solutions? Improved climate resilience and adaptation Enhanced health, well-being, and urban biodiversity Increased economic opportunities Advancement of gender equity and social inclusion See results The Government of France has announced the formation of Current AI, a global public-private partnership intended to reshape the AI landscape by developing and supporting large-scale projects that serve the public interest. On which industry will AI initiatives have the most immediate impact? Healthcare Education Environment/Science Other See results Philanthropic capital has significant potential to maximize impact in climate and environmental issues, a report from the Milken Institute finds. Philanthropy currently directs only about 2 percent of global contributions toward climate mitigation, according to a new Milken Institute report. Which underfunded area should receive the most philanthropic support? Deforestation Food systems Oceans Communications and outreach See results A Council on Foundations report, Coming Together, Not Apart: Inside the Work of Turning Conflict Into Collaboration, has found that philanthropy’s investment in helping Americans connect and collaborate across differences can help overcome toxic polarization and build trust and community on local and national levels. What effect do you think collaboration has on reducing polarization and building trust? Collaboration builds bridges for communities in conflict Collaboration helps, but nonprofits should not compromise on their mission Collaboration can be a means to an end, but should not be the goal Collaboration doesn’t solve problems See results Bloomberg Philanthropies and other U.S. climate funders have announced they will ensure the United States honors Paris Agreement commitments following the country’s second withdrawal. What is the biggest impact of Bloomberg Philanthropies' climate pledge? Funding global climate efforts Strengthening local action Inspiring other philanthropies Boosting public confidence See results A report from the Muhammad Ali Center found that a majority of Americans (61 percent) said they feel that compassion has decreased over the last four years, yet compassion-related online searches have skyrocketed. How has compassion for others changed over the last four years? Compassion has increased Compassion has remained the same Compassion has decreased See results The Emergency Assistance Foundation has announced that it provided over $59 million in financial assistance to more than 71,800 people and families in need around the world in 2024. What is the most impactful form of disaster relief aid? Direct payments to victims/survivors Donations to community foundations Donations to national organizations Other See results The Global Biodiversity Framework Fund has announced a total of $2.7 million in project preparation grants and set aside $91.2 million for 18 additional projects in 17 countries, including nine Least Developed Countries (LDCs) and Small Island Developing States (SIDS). Which aspect of the Global Biodiversity Framework Fund's new initiatives is the most impactful? Supporting conservation and restoration of mangroves along Colombia’s Pacific coast with Afro-Colombian community involvement. Advancing biodiversity conservation in Least Developed Countries (LDCs) and Small Island Developing States (SIDS). Allocating $202 million in grants across 41 countries in 2024 to meet global biodiversity targets. See results MacKenzie Scott has announced that Yield Giving, her philanthropic vehicle, has awarded more than $2 billion in grants to 199 organizations in 2024. What aspect of MacKenzie Scott's latest $2 billion philanthropic effort resonates most with you? Focus on economic security Investment in human rights and conservation Use of for-profit solutions Commitment to supporting undercapitalized groups like women and people of color See results A study commissioned by Americans for the Arts found that while most Americans view the arts as essential, only half (51 percent) of Americans believe everyone in their community has equal access to the arts. Do you believe everyone in your community has equal access to the arts? Yes No Unsure See results The private impact investing market in Europe has shown growth, with investments in unlisted assets reaching a record €190 billion ($199 billion), a report from the European Impact Investing Consortium finds. What is the most significant factor driving the growth of the impact investing market in Europe? Increased participation from institutional investors. The leadership of countries like the UK, Netherlands, and France. Expansion of venture capital and private equity impact funds. Collaboration among consortium members and policy makers. See results
