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World Giving Report 2026
7 Key Takeaways About Generosity in the U.S.
New research from the 2026 World Giving Report reveals how Americans continue to support charitable causes through donations, volunteering, and community engagement, even amid changing economic conditions. From donor trust and charitable participation to the role of community and transparency, this year's report paints a nuanced picture of generosity in the U.S. today.
The Cycle of Displacement
Understanding and Responding to Displacement
Displacement affects more than 120 million people worldwide and is rarely the result of a single event. As conflict, instability, and environmental pressures force families from their homes, local organizations play a critical role in response and recovery. This article explores the realities of displacement and the opportunities for philanthropy to help break the cycle and build resilience.
Adviser Insights and Strategies
Guiding Clients Toward Impactful Giving
Advisers play a critical role in helping clients bridge the gap between intention and impact. From identifying natural openings for philanthropic conversations to navigating more complex charitable planning decisions, this article explores practical strategies for guiding clients toward giving that reflects their values and long-term goals.
Humanitarian Crisis in Haiti
Disaster Response Update: Humanitarian Crisis in Haiti
The humanitarian crisis in Haiti has worsened due to escalating violence and unrest, affecting 5.5 million people, including 3 million children, with 4 million facing acute food insecurity. CAF America is monitoring the situation and collaborating with partners like Hope for Haiti and Fondation Enfant Jesus to provide essential support. Read to learn more about these organizations’ efforts.
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Our team regularly hosts webinars and records podcasts to help keep our donor and grantee partners up to date on regulatory changes and to hear first hand from philanthropic leaders.
Restoring Habitats and Nurturing the Next Generation of Marine Biologists
Seawilding: Restoring Habitats and Nurturing the Next Generation of Marine Biologists
Discover how CAF America grants supported three summer 2023 interns at Seawilding. The Scotland-based nonprofit is pioneering the U.K.’s first community-led seagrass and native oyster restoration projects, restoring lost biodiversity, sequestering carbon, and sharing their learnings with other coastal communities. Hear more about the experience from the interns!
Shaping Brighter Futures for Uruguay’s Youth
Shaping Brighter Futures for Uruguay’s Youth: Centro Educativo Los Tréboles
Learn how CAF America grants help Los Tréboles Educational Center give adolescents and families in Flor de Maroñas, Uruguay opportunities and education to build a future with more choices. The organization currently aids 725 individuals from infants to young adults.
Empowering Sustainable Mobility through Energy Innovation
Empowering Sustainable Mobility through Energy Innovation: Social Alpha
Discover how Social Alpha empowers sustainable mobility through green energy innovation in India. Partnering with CAF America, they ran a successful accelerator program aimed at early-stage startups working on electric bicycles and mobility solutions, providing over 500 people from underserved communities in Indian metro cities with access to clean motorized personal transport.
An Innovative Approach to Improving Safe Water Access
PS Kenya: An Innovative Approach to Improving Safe Water Access
Water is an essential resource, yet 9.9 million Kenyans rely on contaminated water sources. In response to this challenge, PS Kenya strives to increase access to clean and safe water in communities across Kenya. Learn more about how this critical work has reduced the spread of waterborne diseases in Kenya, saving countless lives.
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Our webinars, podcasts, and blogs give donors real tangible examples of how to give effectively across borders and highlight the amazing work our grantee partners are conducting around the world.
Story of Impact
Ringing in the New Year with Community Transformation and Change: Desafío Levantemos Chile
Ringing in the New Year with Community Transformation and Change: Desafío Levantemos Chile This Story of Impact is part of our United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) feature series. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were adopted by the United...
Story of Impact
Cleaning the World's Most Polluted Beach: Howell Conservation Fund
Cleaning the World's Most Polluted Beach: Howell Conservation Fund This Story of Impact is part of our United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) feature series. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were adopted by the United Nations in 2015 as a...
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Communities in Focus: The Fundamentals of Place-Based Grantmaking
Communities in Focus: The Fundamentals of Place-Based Grantmaking In recent years, particularly following the Covid-19 pandemic and global social justice movements, philanthropists and stakeholders have embraced an emerging approach, known as place-based...
Story of Impact
SA Harvest's Journey Towards a Hunger-Free South Africa
SA Harvest's Journey Towards a Hunger-Free South Africa "No one ever goes to sleep with an empty stomach in our community due to the help we are getting from SA Harvest. Crime has dropped in our community because people have something to eat. Before SA Harvest...
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Into UnchartED Territory: Navigating International Grants Beyond Equivalency Determination Certificates
Into UnchartED Territory: Navigating International Grants Beyond Equivalency Determination Certificates The US Equivalency Determination (ED) certificate is the world’s most flexible tool foundations can use to make cross-border grants, giving US grantmakers the...
Story of Impact
Building a Brighter Future: Fazendo História Changes the Lives and Livelihoods of Brazilian Foster Children
Building a Brighter Future: Fazendo História Changes the Lives and Livelihoods of Brazilian Foster Children “The Nós Group is helping us plan our lives according to the reality around us, opening doors for those seeking courses, classes, work, and everything that...
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