Foundation Started by Craigslist Founder Is Closing
The Craigslist Foundation says it will continue its philanthropy through a “charitable fund.”
By Holly Hall
Contributor
Penn State’s Advice to Fund Raisers After the Sex Scandal
In the weeks after allegations went public about an assistant football coach, university officials were told to remind donors they can’t get their money back.
By Holly Hall
Contributor
Understanding Where the Big Gifts Will Come From in 2012
Two fund-raising experts offer advice and predictions about which big gifts donors will find most attractive in 2012.
By Holly Hall
Contributor
Why Wealthy Women Give: to Influence the Young
Women control or are equal partners in philanthropic decision making in three out of four rich couples, a new study finds.
By Holly Hall
Contributor
Online Giving Increases Among Older Donors
More than half of donors age 60 and older now give to charities online, survey finds.
By Holly Hall
Contributor
A Stark Outlook for Fund Raising in 2012
Two new surveys suggest that giving continues to be sluggish, but a third report shows that fund raisers are not daunted by the bad economic news.
By Holly Hall
Contributor
A Dynamic Leader Helps Keep a Food Charity’s Cupboards Full
Feeding America has tripled cash donations and greatly increased food contributions since Vicki Escarra took over the charity five years ago.
By Holly Hall
Contributor
A Rich vs. Poor Debate Breaks Out Over School Fund Raising
A California school district is considering redirecting some private donations intended for affluent schools to those with fewer well-heeled supporters.
By Holly Hall
Contributor
New Report Offers 32 Ideas to Increase Giving to Charitable Causes
Charities are urged to do more to spell out what a gift will accomplish and handle donor complaints more productively.
By Holly Hall
Contributor
Eye-Care Charity Gets Free Fund-Raising Insights
A service that supplies experts on demand to companies is offering pro bono services to charities.
By Holly Hall
Contributor