Giving Grew in a Tumultuous Year but Not for All. What’s Ahead in 2021?
Individual giving made up 69 percent of all philanthropy last year, the smallest share “Giving USA” has ever recorded.
By Eden Stiffman and Michael Theis
Donors of Different Generations View the Value of Charities’ Work Differently
The results have implications for charities looking to attract new donors on the strength of their work.
By Michael Theis
Contributor
Scholars Debate Whether Donor-Advised Funds Deprive Charities of $300 Billion
Lack of reliable data about giving stymies academic efforts to figure out the impact of the growth of commercial advised funds on charities that provide direct services, advocacy, and more.
By Michael Theis
Contributor
Most ‘Social Donors’ Say They Will Be Ready to Resume In-Person Fundraising Events Soon
A majority of donors who have previously participated in fundraising events, giving days, or peer-to-peer campaigns say they will feel comfortable attending in-person events in the next several months so long as certain conditions are met, according to a survey.
By Michael Theis
Contributor
Warning Signs Emerge for Fundraisers in Latest Economic Reports
While overall growth remains strong, consumer confidence fell, the stock market was flat, and unemployment remains stuck well above pre-pandemic levels.
By Michael Theis
Contributor
As Pandemic Eases, College Fundraisers Are Optimistic About Meeting Goals
But when it comes to fundraisers’ plans to return to the office, leaders and lower-level fundraisers are not on the same page.
By Michael Theis
Contributor
Nonprofit Job Growth Slows in April
Jobs grew just 2.2 percent as arts organizations filled roles that had been eliminated, but education groups held back on adding to their workforces.
By Michael Theis
Contributor
Eighty five donors have provided $89 million so far, putting the effort on pace to raise $360 million by 2024.
By Michael Theis
Contributor
Charitable Giving Expected to Return to Pre-Pandemic Patterns in 2021
Human-service charities whose programs were in high demand in 2020 may chart declines in year-over-year revenue in 2021, according to a new report.
By Michael Theis
Contributor
New research from a critic of donor-advised funds is based on tax records that show just how much charities received over five years.
By Michael Theis
Contributor