Crises Shape Charities’ GivingTuesday Appeals
Organizations are tweaking their messages to be relevant. But for the most part, they’re sticking with fundraising methods from past years.
By Emily Haynes and Eden Stiffman
What Biden’s Win and the Stock Market Surge Mean for Giving
Some experts forecast an increase in giving to conservative causes, but others say the economy is a bigger predictor of giving than elections.
By Emily Haynes and Eden Stiffman
Study Shows How Nonprofits Should Improve Online Gatherings
Many meetings have little structure, and participants don’t always know if they need to turn on web cameras or whether it’s OK to leave them off.
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor, Nonprofit Intelligence
A Quarter of Alumni Supported Their Alma Maters This Year, Survey Says
Ten percent of alumni who had donated to their college in recent years said they were more likely to give again this year, according to a new study from Anthology, an education technology company. These motivated donors said they were most drawn to support emergency relief funds for students and the annual fund.
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor, Nonprofit Intelligence
Americans Have Responded Generously to the Biggest Nonprofits
As need surges at many organizations, nonprofits worry that the economy’s gyrations and the uncertainty of the election might stymie donation growth at year’s end.
By Emily Haynes, Eden Stiffman and Michael Theis
Virtual Events Have Gotten Mixed Results
Some nonprofits have used digital gatherings to win donations and attract new supporters. Others, like the Metropolitan Museum of Art, say the benefits don’t justify the time and work involved.
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor, Nonprofit Intelligence
Fundraising in Uncertain Times
Giving was strong the first half of the year at the country’s biggest nonprofits, according to a Chronicle spot check. But fundraisers are worried about 2021.
By Emily Haynes, Eden Stiffman and Michael Theis
College Fundraisers Are Increasingly Confident They’ll Meet Financial Targets
Fundraisers say they’re focused on raising support for social and racial justice programs, financial aid, and unrestricted funding, according to a new survey of college development professionals.
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor, Nonprofit Intelligence
Without Big Events, a Ronald McDonald House Charity Learns to Reach New Donors Online
Despite some online fundraising success, the Chicago area nonprofit expects at least a 25 percent shortfall in fundraising revenue this year.
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor, Nonprofit Intelligence
No More High Fives and Handshakes: Charities Relaunch Street Canvassing for the Pandemic World
There’s much for a nonprofit to consider before it sends street canvassers back out into the field — chiefly, how to keep fundraisers and donors safe in a job that traditionally includes physical contact and close conversation.
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor, Nonprofit Intelligence