Opinion: Giving Can’t Replace Government Science Funding
Despite its seriousness of purpose and impressive results, mega-giving for scientific research is no substitute for government support, a member of the New York Times editorial board writes in an online opinion piece.
Opinion: Gates Takes Wrong Approach to Ending Poverty
Buttressing the rights of poor people in autocratic countries will do more to curtail global poverty than the “technocratic” solutions favored by Bill Gates, an economist who has been criticized by the billionaire philanthropist writes in a Seattle Times opinion column.
Give Fundraising Researchers More Influence and More Credit
The people who find out information about potential donors deserve more credit, but they also must stand up for their work more aggressively.
By Armando Zumaya
Contributor
IRS Should Take the Middle Ground on Nonprofit Politicking
The tax agency’s final decision will be judged by whether the rules can be enforced impartially and whether they protect constitutional principles, such as an informed electorate.
By LAWRENCE OTTINGER
Contributor
Richard Boone: a Tireless but Humble Advocate for the Poor
A force behind many War on Poverty efforts including food stamps and Head Start, Mr. Boone, who died at age 86, was a risk taker and was always open to new ideas.
By PABLO EISENBERG
Contributor
Changes in the Charitable Deduction Don’t Have to Mean Losses for Charities
Not all proposals to overhaul tax laws are the same. It’s possible that some could strengthen incentives to give.
By Brian Mittendorf
Contributor
Opinion: Donor-Advised Funds Herald Philanthropy Revolution
Donor-advised funds are “taking over the philanthropic world,” rapidly becoming the vehicle of choice for wealthy givers, a former community foundation leader writes in a Los Angeles Times opinion column.
Nonprofits Should Use Online Games to Connect Viscerally With People
Documentary filmmakers offer a lesson for all charities: Provoke serious thinking about social issues by using interactive games.
By Vince Stehle
Contributor
Mergers Might Succeed More Often If Nonprofits Focused on Workers’ Concerns
Blending boards, brands, and key staff members can be emotionally charged—and every bit as important as finances and mission.
By Katie Smith Milway and Maria Orozco
War on Poverty Book Misses the Program’s Overall Successes
The effort cultivated new leaders from poor and minority neighborhoods and pushed for serious changes in how local governments served the needy.