Sara Hudson
saratexas.bsky.social
Sara Hudson
@saratexas.bsky.social
Interim CEO & Editor-in-Chief, Nonprofit Quarterly. Writer. Auntie. Children's books stan. Pro-Black, pro-justice, pro-libraries, pro-kindness. she/her/ella
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Melissa Hortman, who was assassinated last night, was the Speaker of the Minnesota House in the 2023-2024 session, when Democrats ran the state government.

That means she had a leading role in shepherding the many landmark reforms that Dems adopted in that period—an important legacy. Brief 🧵.
June 14, 2025 at 3:51 PM
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What role should journalists be playing at this moment when so much is at stake? @saratexas.bsky.social’s article is a clarion call to us all, journalists, writers, citizens: nonprofitquarterly.org/when-journal...
When Journalism Becomes a Weapon: A Call for Ethical Reporting - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
A call from NPQ's editor in chief for ethical reporting and journalism to defend democracy, civil society institutions, and civil rights.
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March 2, 2025 at 3:34 PM
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Get insight into what #nonprofits can and should be doing in the current political environment with @gtak.bsky.social and @amysampleward.bsky.social when you listen to the newest #NonprofitRadio:
728: Prudence In Our Political Environment – Tony Martignetti Nonprofit Radio
This Week:  Prudence In Our Political Environment  Following from our December episode, “Is It Paranoia Or Prudence?,” Gene Takagi and Amy Sample Ward return with updates from the grass roots on DE…
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February 26, 2025 at 4:21 PM
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NEW report out today! The Center for Effective Philanthropy is releasing today its final report in our 3 year study on the impact of #MacKenzieScott's giving on #nonprofits! cep.org/report-backp...
Breaking the Mold: The Transformative Effect of MacKenzie Scott's Big Gifts | The Center for Effective Philanthropy
The third and final report in CEP’s study on the impact of MacKenzie Scott’s gifts on nonprofit recipients.
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February 18, 2025 at 6:36 PM
“The security, prosperity, and safety of the American people…are enhanced by the work of nonprofits and NGOs. Removing this vital funding or dismantling these organizations will not just diminish the United States here at home and around the world, it will cost lives” - @dianeyentel.bsky.social
February 8, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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Just updated the megathread on the r/Nonprofit Reddit community with today's news that nonprofits need to know related to the federal funding freeze and the other chaos being caused by the Trump administration and Elon Musk reddit.com/r/nonprofit/... #NPsky #NonprofitSky
Megathread: News relevant to nonprofits about the federal goverment pause on federal grants, loans, and other financial assistance programs
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February 5, 2025 at 1:18 AM
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Funder community urgently needed to assist with bridge loans & unrestricted general operating grants so #nonprofits can continue their work while awaiting outcome of litigation.
In a win for communities nationwide, a judge blocked the Trump federal funding freeze. "This order is a lifeline that provides the breathing room needed for our clients to continue to provide services people across this country rely on,” @skyeperryman.bsky.social, CEO of Democracy Forward. (1/2)
February 4, 2025 at 7:47 PM
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“We can disagree and still love each other unless your disagreement is rooted in my oppression and denial of my humanity and right to exist”

James Baldwin
November 27, 2024 at 8:19 AM
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Hey #nonprofits: Systems change starts w/ US.
That's the theme of this wk's podcast w/Vu Le & Robert Egger!
✨ Does social enterprise actually do good?
✨ Should NP orgs be political?
✨ Is it silly to try to measure social change?
And lots more!

@nonprofitaf.bsky.social @robertegger.bsky.social
Creating the Future - Episode #5: Creating Change within the Nonprofit Sector | RSS.com
Episode #5, in which Vu Le and Robert Egger explore changes that need to happen within the nonprofit sector itself, so that organizations can create more visionary improvement in communities.Vu Le is ...
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December 10, 2024 at 1:56 AM
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An absolutely necessary read for activists & funders who hope to survive the project that is 2025: “Left Organizing Is in Crisis. Philanthropy Is a Major Reason Why. Progressive #philanthropy lacks good strategy, so too many of our orgs are hollow and that left us unable to prevent a 2nd TFA term.”
January 16, 2025 at 5:26 PM
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Hi #npsky #nonprofitsky. I had a great conversation today with Jan Masaoka (wrote "Jas" before!) about volunteerism in light of the recently-announced merger of Idealist & VolunteerMatch. Would love thoughts, opinions, etc. Chat me if you wan to keep private. nonprofitquarterly.org/idealist-and...
Idealist and VolunteerMatch to Merge - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
Image by Joel Muniz from Unsplash Idealist and VolunteerMatch, two nonprofits dominant in the space of digital volunteer recruitment, are merging, according to an announcement this week. The merger is...
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January 17, 2025 at 3:51 AM
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“our sector often falls into the third group: the leaders and organizations who say they are for equity and justice, but whose words and actions continue to advance injustice. These are the white moderates that MLK warned us about, and our sector is full of them.”
Nonprofit and philanthropy and our white moderate tendency to obey tyranny in advance
Next week, because the universe has a perverse sense of humor, we have MLK Jr. Day on the same day...
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January 14, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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For @insidephilanthropy.com, here's a new organization working to center the voice of #nonprofits in the conversation around philanthropic reform, aka the harms done when what should be charitable dollars are warehoused instead. @bensoskis.bsky.social #philanthropy #nonprofits #wealthinequality
The Philanthropy Project Centers Nonprofit Needs in Push for Reform
Launched in December, the project provides a clearinghouse for nonprofit workers seeking to engage in philanthropic reform efforts.
www.insidephilanthropy.com
January 15, 2025 at 7:40 PM
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💼 With billionaires shifting their support, institutional funders must hold the line for democracy and equity. Inside Philanthropy explains why.

📖 Read more: www.insidephilanthropy.com/ho...

#Philanthropy #InstitutionalFunders #SocialImpact #Democracy #Equity #Justice
Billionaire funders bend the knee to Trump | Inside Philanthropy
As billionaire philanthropists bend the knee to the new Trump administration, institutional funders must hold firm. Learn more with IP.
www.insidephilanthropy.com
January 6, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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10 New Year’s Resolutions for Your Board nonprofitlawblog.com/5-new-year-r... #nonprofits
January 1, 2025 at 8:05 PM
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A group of retired Black women in Philly gather weekly to sew period pads for girls in Africa. Along the way, they've also built a community here

"We believe in each other and have faith in ourselves, and we have faith others are going to support us”
Dozens of Black women in Philly gather weekly to sew reusable period pads for girls in Africa and beyond
A group of retired Black women in Philly, many already skilled quilters and artists, gather weekly to sew period pads for girls in Africa. Along the way, they've also built a community here.
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December 30, 2024 at 12:40 AM
In 2025, media like @npquarterly.bsky.social will:
1) Defend safety, security, and well-being of vulnerable communities & civil sector orgs
2) Strengthen grassroots organizations & coalitions building an inclusive, multiracial democracy

We're expanding our board to prepare. Join us?

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NPQ Board Interest Form - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
NPQ is expanding its board to strengthen our ability to support the justice-centered nonprofit sector in 2025 and beyond.    NPQ envisions a world in which we live in an active democracy whose values ...
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December 27, 2024 at 3:20 PM
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A federal judge has struck down key parts of an Arkansas law that would have allowed criminal charges against librarians and booksellers for providing so-called “harmful” materials to minors
Arkansas Law Criminalizing Librarians Ruled Unconstitutional
A federal judge has struck down key parts of an Arkansas law that would have allowed criminal charges against librarians and booksellers for providing so-called “harmful” materials to minors.
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December 23, 2024 at 11:21 PM
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One of the best things I ever did for myself was stop comparing my life trajectory to people who have support systems. I won’t say I never had help, but I’m just now truly understanding the difference between “assistance” and “support”.
December 23, 2024 at 1:53 PM
“The president-elect could potentially use the justice department and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to target non-profits and researchers, launch politically motivated investigations and pass legislation to restrict their activities.” @theguardian.com #nonprofitsky #npsky #philanthropy #democracy
December 22, 2024 at 9:40 PM