NCRP Editorial Manager Suhasini Yeeda shares the history of our “Responsive Philanthropy” journal and notes how important storytelling is for creating impact.

CEO of Faith in Public Life Jeanné Lewis writes about NCRP’s legacy as a thought leader pushing the field and challenges funders not to overlook the importance of faith in driving progressive change.

Author and Philanthropist Tracy Gary reflects on NCRP’s legacy and shares personal stories of how Bob Bothwell, NCRP’s first executive director, inspired her own work in the sector, particularly in women’s funding.

Javier Alberto Soto reflects NCRP’s 1993 critique of The Denver Foundation’s lack of commitment to diversity and what the foundation has done to address this, both in its work and internally on its board and with its staff.

NCRP Board Chair Dr. Dwayne Proctor shares his personal story in philanthropy and the way his family’s legacy is intertwined with NCRP’s mission.

The Winter 2026 Issue of NCRP’s online journal, Responsive Philanthropy celebrates and honors the organizations 50-year legacy as a critical friend to philanthropy.

22nd Century Initiative’s co-founder and director Scot Nakagawa brings over 4 decades as a political strategist and organizer to his RP article. Nakagawa reminds us that the art of storytelling is not a nice addition to fighting authoritarian regimes, but rather a core strategy in winning.

ActionAid International’s Secretary General Arthur Larok and ActionAid USA’s Executive Director Niranjali Amerasinghe showcase examples of global resistance, from Uganda to Bangladesh to Haiti back to the United States. These co-authors remind us that Americans are not alone in their fight against authoritarian power and have much to learn from communities of resistance globally.

The National Committee of Responsive Philanthropy is grateful to the expertise of our very own Research Director Ryan Schlegel. Schlegel reminds us that authoritarianism is not made by accident. It is explicit, well-conceived and well-funded. His piece highlights this dangerous and increasing anti-democratic funding.

As CEO of the California Donor Table, Ludovic Blain dismisses the tired excuse that “elections won’t save us” and highlights the success stories in California that have indeed led to meaningful change.

In his RP article, Race Forward Executive Vice President and NCRP Board Member Eric Ward taps into his experience as an active member of philanthropy and longtime civil rights strategist.