Philanthropy - Magic Cabinet

Unlocking Abundance: A Conversation About DAF Reform in the Pacific Northwest

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In the past few years, donor-advised funds have become a huge part of the conversation about charitable giving. In June, Magic Cabinet co-hosted an event with Proximate to explore different perspectives on DAFs.

Insights and Reflections on Yield Giving’s Open Call

Exploring how Yield Giving’s recent grants to our partners reflect a shift in philanthropy and the value of flexible funding, community-driven decisions, and long-term support for nonprofits.

The Philanthropic Choice Between Innovation And Stagnation

In this piece, Magic Cabinet CEO Christina Engel shares how philanthropy can shift away from hierarchal giving models toward more innovative and responsive funding grounded in community insights and priorities.

What’s Next for the Decolonizing Wealth Project?

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Amber Banks of Decolonizing Wealth Project shares insight on the organization’s reparative philanthropy model and recent expansion into the Global South.

Cultivating Community Power with Rooted in Vibrant Communities

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As a foundation that’s deeply committed to resourcing smaller, community-led organizations, we’re thrilled to partner with Seattle nonprofit Rooted in Vibrant Communities (RVC) to launch three fiscally-sponsored cohorts this spring.

Are Young Philanthropists Driving Participatory Philanthropy?

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With $68 trillion in assets on the line, young philanthropists are shifting wealth and power by embracing new, participatory approaches to grantmaking.

Community Land Banks: An Alternative to Displacement in Puerto Rico?

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Community land banks are on the rise in Puerto Rico, employing a new approach to help communities acquire affordable and accessible housing across the archipelago.

Nonprofit Trends That Will Dominate 2024

Several Forbes Nonprofit Council members, including Magic Cabinet’s own Christina Engel, share their predictions of top trends they believe will dominate the nonprofit sector in 2024.

Amplifying Community Voices with The Seventh Wave

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At Magic Cabinet, we’re driven by our vision for community-led, community-driven impact. That’s why we’re partnering with The Seventh Wave, an arts and literary nonprofit illustrating the power of community storytelling.

2023 | Our Year in Review

Discover the highlights of Magic Cabinet’s 2023 Year in Review, featuring key insights into our organizational growth, collaborative efforts, and impactful philanthropic initiatives.