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Andy Solomon

@AndySolomon2020

Principal, Stratford Communications. Led comms/public affairs for @macfound, @harvardiop, @usmayors & @USDA. Fan of @KamalaHarris, urban hikes, serial commas.

 Chicago, IL
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Joined December 2014
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We report on the biggest charitable gifts of 2024; topping the list are billion dollar donations from @reedhastings, @MikeBloomberg, and Ruth Gottesman. phlnthrp.com/3ZYE7Gw #biggifts @HopkinsMedicine @EinsteinMed
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What will it take to close America’s divides? The Chronicle’s CEO @stacypalmer introduces The Commons, a major new effort to explore how foundations and nonprofits are working to close the country’s divides. #TheCommons bit.ly/49ikQkN
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Today we release our annual list, The Philanthropy 50, an exclusive Chronicle ranking of who gives the most to charity. Collectively, America’s 50 biggest donors gave a total of $11,938,957,643 to a broad array of causes. Read the full list at: bit.ly/3uZ6Azo #PHIL50
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Today we announce the four organizations that have been named to receive The Chronicle of Philanthropy’s 2024 Philanthropy & Nonprofit Accountability Fellowship: @flatwaterfreep @HenricoCitizen @NowKalamazoo and @NYMIsojo. Read the full press release at: bit.ly/3OWlrS0
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How Can We Cultivate Engaged Citizens If We Can’t Measure Our Progress? nonprofitquarterly.org/how-c… via @npquarterly & @ctzns_schlrs
How Can We Cultivate Engaged Citizens If We Can’t Measure Our Progress? | Nonprofit Quarterly |...

How Can We Cultivate Engaged Citizens If We Can’t Measure Our Progress? | Nonprofit Quarterly |...

US democracy is in rough shape, and American voters know it. But if we are going to turn things around, those in the civic field need to build a common set of goals and measures for a healthier...

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New national survey of young adults finds warning signs and opportunity for American democracy: citizensandscholars.org/focu… via @ctzns_schlrs
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US universities launch partnership to elevate free speech to counter threats to democracy | AP News apnews.com/article/free-spee…
US universities launch partnership to elevate free speech to counter threats to democracy

US universities launch partnership to elevate free speech to counter threats to democracy

The presidents of 13 universities are elevating free speech on their campuses this academic year, as part of a new nonprofit initiative announced Tuesday.

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Meet our new editor-in-chief: @elbertventura, @voxdotcom journalist & editor experienced in covering social sector & public policy, engaging diverse voices. MORE: phlnthrp.com/43DT932 #philanthropy
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"Not the odds, but the stakes." That's my shortand for the organizing principle we most need from journalists covering the 2024 election. Not who has what chances of winning, but the consequences for our democracy. Here's an example of stakes reporting. nytimes.com/2023/07/17/us/po…
Trump and Allies Forge Plans to Increase Presidential Power in 2025 (Gift Article)

Trump and Allies Forge Plans to Increase Presidential Power in 2025 (Gift Article)

The former president and his backers aim to strengthen the power of the White House and limit the independence of federal agencies.

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Congrats to @azcentral, @BosBizJournal, @postandcourier & @whqr, newly selected for competitive fellowships to support coverage of philanthropy & nonprofit accountability, through our partnership with @AP & @ConversationUS phlnthrp.com/3Yvzyzr

4 News Organizations Awarded Fellowships to Support Coverage of Philanthropy & Nonprofit Accounta...

Newsrooms selected in this second year of the fellowship will each receive a $15,000 stipend to subsidize the work of editors and reporters on projects for publication at their organizations and in...

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We're advancing our bold plan to innovate, grow, and expand coverage of the rapidly growing social sector by becoming an independent nonprofit organization this spring. Our commitment to accuracy, integrity, and fairness remains unchanged. phlnthrp.com/3lkRAXs

An Update for Readers on Our New Nonprofit Status

We’re now a nonprofit organization, officially recognized by the IRS, and we will soon spin off from our parent company of more than three decades as part of our expansive growth plan.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy is accepting applications from news organizations for the 2023-24 Philanthropy & Nonprofit Accountability Fellowship. Learn more here: phlnthrp.com/3Yn5M1d
Chronicle Opens Philanthropy Fellowship Applications for 2023-24

Chronicle Opens Philanthropy Fellowship Applications for 2023-24

The fellowship, which runs from March 2023 to February 2024, is part of a collaboration with the Associated Press and the Conversation designed to shed light on one of the most undercovered — but...

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This will warm your heart: Grandmother and grandson visit 62 national parks on adventure of a lifetime washingtonpost.com/lifestyle…
Grandmother and grandson visit 62 national parks on adventure of a lifetime

Grandmother and grandson visit 62 national parks on adventure of a lifetime

Joy Ryan, 92, had never seen a mountain. So her grandson decided to take her to every site that has “national park” in its name.

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Walking for just two to five minutes after a meal can have a significant impact in moderating blood sugar levels, a new analysis found. nyti.ms/3P4Y8mf
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“Let’s not just shed tears for the dead, give somber speeches and lower flags. Let’s get started and save lives.” via @NYTOpinion ⁦@NickKristof⁩ nytimes.com/interactive/2017…

Opinion | How to Reduce Shootings (Published 2017)

We could bring down the death toll caused by guns if we are smarter about how we regulate them.

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Bold plans for growth and innovation by @Philanthropy
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Our ambitious new growth and innovation plan will enable us to maximize our social impact, shine a national spotlight on the social sector, and boldly transform into an independent nonprofit organization. phlnthrp.com/3MOh47P
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How seasons work in the Midwest: Jan- cold Feb- bitterly cold March- pretend not to be cold April- rainy cold May- Ope, tornado szn June- construction July- mosquitos Aug- humidity Sept- tiny black bugs from hell Oct- bonfires Nov- winter preview Dec- cold w/ decorations
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Join @stacypalmer on November 17 to discuss media coverage of philanthropy, co-sponsored by @Alliancemag. She’ll be joined by @charleskeidan @GlennGamboa @cyndisuarez @teddyschleifer Sign up for free here: bit.ly/3n5mwcK
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'The Activist' reality TV show sparked furor, but treating causes as commodities with help from celebrities happens all the time theconversation.com/the-acti… via @ConversationUS
‘The Activist’ reality TV show sparked furor, but treating causes as commodities with help from...

‘The Activist’ reality TV show sparked furor, but treating causes as commodities with help from...

The producers are recasting the show as a documentary. The original version would have done more harm than good for the causes being showcased, two scholars argue.

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