Social Sector Ethics Articles

People who can afford to make a donation in response to a crisis such as the slaughter of children and teachers in Uvalde, need to think about which organizations are best situated to make change and then they need to give as generously as possible. They need to practice ethical giving.

While nonprofits may be careful to avoid investing in areas that are directly in conflict with their missions, this view has generally not broadened to ESG investing.

Giving through donor advised funds raises some ethical issues, but it can be done ethically.

After instances of mass violence, we express our grief with acts of mourning at the scene and raising money for the victims’ funerals and for their families, but we need to do more to initiate long-term change.

Nonprofits and their philanthropists support community organizations in their efforts to vaccinate those who may otherwise be overlooked.

Nonprofit and corporate boards need to guide their organizations through the process of coming out of the current covid-19 pandemic.

What types of non-profit organizations should one donate to in times of crisis like that of the current Covid-19 pandemic?

Nonprofits & affected communities need to be consulted as government officials craft new plans.

The Paycheck Protection Program, part of the CARES Act, doesn’t require potential recipients to consider their need compared to others, ensuring there will be enough support for the neediest among them, but maybe it should.

Like most organizations faced with a pandemic such as the coronavirus outbreak, nonprofits face unique challenges. Consider donating to these groups to allow them to continue their important work.