Explainers

What is a private foundation, exactly? And how do they make decisions? What’s a grant report? What’s the difference between “general operating support” and “project support?” These are just a few of the questions that might be running through your mind if you’re new to the world of philanthropy and fundraising.

It doesn’t need to be so confusing.

Inside Philanthropy offers this series of brief “explainers” to introduce you to the basics of philanthropy, defining key terms and elucidating important debates to help you find your way through all the jargon to become a more informed, more effective fundraiser or donor. If you’re totally new philanthropy, we suggest you start by first reading our introductory primer, which is the first explainer below.