A Year of Recovery: Big Gains at America’s Top Charities
The 400 most successful fundraising groups in America increased donations by nearly 11 percent last year.
Charities Seek to Attract More Boomers as They Mull Retirement Plans
Donor-advised funds and community foundations see a surge in donations, especially from people in their 50s and 60s.
By Holly Hall
Contributor
Program in Rural Mont. Gives Veterans Solace and Fishing Lessons
The Warriors and Quiet Waters Foundation offers military service members a chance to gain new skills and put aside painful memories.
By nicole lewis
Contributor
Mogul Seeks to Help Youths in Troubled Areas Embrace Technology
Mitchell Kapor and his wife, Freada Kapor Klein, seek to provide money, expertise, and connections to groups seeking to revitalize Oakland, Calif.
By Michael Anft
Contributor
Former NAACP Head Leads Kapor Center’s East Coast Office
Benjamin Jealous wants to spread ideas from Silicon Valley to the East Coast.
By Michael Anft
Contributor
Audubon’s Effort to Broaden Its Network of Support Appeals to Big Donor
Maggie Walker says it’s inspiring to learn what other donors are doing.
By Jennifer C. Berkshire
Contributor
Ad Council Hires Cable-TV Pioneer to Help Charities Connect With People
Lisa Sherman says powerful content is the key to reaching people amid competition for their attention.
By Michelle Gienow
Contributor
Face Time With a University President Accelerates Donors’ Giving
A prominent Kansas State University alumnus says president Kirk Schulz takes the time to explain what’s needed and why—without the hard sell.
By Peter Panepento
Contributor
Social-Service Group’s Potential to Do More Inspires Donor to Give
Carol Wheeler’s giving to The Arc is relatively new, but she’s already asking friends to contribute, too.
By Jennifer C. Berkshire
Contributor
New Data: Nonprofit Employment Defied Recession
Government research says nonprofit jobs grew even amid the depths of the recession.
By Avi Wolfman-Arent
Contributor