LEARNING OUT LOUD
The latest news, resources, and in-depth analysis at the intersection of philanthropy and civic engagement.
The field of philanthropy and civic engagement
From learning labs on cutting edge topics to collective experiments to spark innovation in civic engagement, learn more about PACE’s unique approach to helping philanthropists maximize their impact on democracy and civic life in America.
The latest from the field
CEO Kristen Cambell talks to Rajiv Vinnakota (President, Institute for Citizens & Scholars) and Jeremy Haefner (Chanceller, University of Denver) about the challenges colleges face when they try to take on civic preparation in a major way.
CEO Kristen Cambell and co-authors argue that, in this time of extreme polarization, activating faith communities in support of democracy offers tremendous opportunities.
Amy McIsaac shares the civic terms bringing Americans together and motivating them to action.
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Keeping PACE WITH Kristen
A bite-size podcast with CEO Kristen Cambell that approaches the tough questions about our democracy with curiosity. Join us bi-weekly on Thursdays as she brings her signature style of asking good questions and imagining new approaches to the complex issues in America captivating philanthropists and everyday citizens alike.
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Featured writers
Kristen brings over a decade of experience at the intersection of philanthropy and democracy to her writing, including as a board member and advisor to some of the most dynamic organizations working to improve civic life in America today.
Michael is President/CEO of the Center for Christianity and Public Life, a consultant for PACE’s Faith In/And Democracy Project (FIAD), and author of Reclaiming Home (2017) and The Spirit of Our Politics (2024).
Zeenat is Executive Director of the University of Chicago Institute of Politics and Former Director of the Inclusive America Project at the Aspen Institute.
Malka is Co-Founder and CEO of Civity (www.civity.org), a national nonprofit organization focused on fostering relationships of respect and empathy across divides of race, class and culture.