Donations From the Rich to Charities Rose in 2011
Not only were there many more gifts of at least $1-million but the number of commitments that exceeded $100-million also grew. The top gift came from Alice Walton and her family.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Cornell Receives $350-Million Gift to Support Technology Campus
The pledge from an anonymous supporter is one of the biggest gifts announced this year.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Behind a Ballet School’s Financial Transformation Is a Strong Artistic Director
A Washington ballet academy had to woo a leader who was reluctant to return to tough fund-raising demands, but when he persuaded the board to allow him to make big changes, he made the leap.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
A Ballet School Adjusts Its Position After Its Major Donor Bows Out
The Kirov Academy of Ballet of Washington DC is still regaining its financial balance, but its efforts to add programs, recruit trustees, and show its value to grant makers are paying off.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Philanthropists’ Efforts to Improve Schools Get Scrutiny From ‘Governing’ Magazine
The efforts by big American philanthropies get the spotlight in the cover article of Governing magazine, while Town & Country profiles seven wealthy philanthropists under age 40.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Nonprofit Brings Together Young Wealthy People to Support Wall Street Protesters
A nonprofit that organizes young wealthy people to work for social change has started a Web site featuring young people who pledge solidarity with the Occupy Wall Street protesters.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Two of America’s Wealthiest Men Debate Giving Approaches
In its issue featuring the 400 wealthiest Americans, Forbes asked Bill Gates and Dustin Moskovitz, a Facebook co-founder, to discuss their thoughts about donating to charity.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Irving R. Warner, Fund Raiser and Author
Mr. Warner’s book The Art of Fund Raising was one of the first textbooks used in college courses. He was also a Chronicle of Philanthropy columnist.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
New Ethics Tool Available for Fund Raisers
The Association of Fundraising Professionals wants to help its members show accountability and openness with donors.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Girl Scouts Chief Executive Brings Extensive Government Background
Anna Maria Chavez has led the charity’s Southwest Texas affiliate since 2009.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor