Why Financial Executives Should Donate Bonuses; Plus More: Friday’s Roundup
Why should financial executives follow the lead of two British bank CEO’s and donate their bonuses? Read this and more in Friday’s roundup of the best online postings about the nonprofit world.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
A new survey finds few people understand what grant makers do, and many charities are increasingly trying to figure out what will most appeal to tomorrow’s philanthropists: highlights from the best blog posts about the nonprofit world.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Questioning the Gates Foundation’s Antimalaria Efforts; Plus More: Wednesday’s Roundup
A biologist is questioning the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation’s efforts to fight malaria. Read his comments and more in Wednesday’s roundup of the best online postings about the nonprofit world.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Why Chile and Other Countries Are Cautious About Foreign Help, Plus More: Monday’s Roundup
A former Peace Corps volunteer writes about why Chile and other countries are cautious about foreign help. Read this and more in Monday’s roundup of the best online postings about the nonprofit world.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Twenty-eight percent of wealthy Americans say the recession has caused them to cut back on the total amount of money they give to charity, according to a new study.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Online Charity Contests Could Squelch Innovation; Plus More: Friday’s Roundup
Do “vote for me” efforts stifle innovation? Read what a social-media expert thinks, and more, in Friday’s roundup of the best online postings about the nonprofit world.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Oil Tycoon Pledges $100-Million to Oklahoma State U.
T. Boone Pickens has pledged $100-million to Oklahoma State U., a commitment that places his lifetime giving to the institution at nearly a half-billion dollars.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
A Look at Philanthropy’s Role in Corporate Charity, Plus More: Thursday’s Roundup
What is the best role for corporate charity? Read one commentator’s views and more in Thursday’s roundup of the best online postings about the nonprofit world.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Rebuilding Efforts Need to Tap Haitian Civic Leaders, Plus More: Wednesday’s Roundup
Haitians helping in recovery efforts are crucial to rebuilding their country, says a writer for Oxfam America. Read her views and more: Wednesday’s roundup of the best online postings about the nonprofit world.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
The Limits of So-Called Best Practices, Plus More: Tuesday’s Roundup
So-called best practices don’t always better an organization, a fund-raising consultant writes. Read his views and more in Tuesday’s roundup of the best online postings about the nonprofit world.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor