Research shows that women, whether wealthy or not, outpace men when it comes to charitable giving. We’ve collected here some of our best information on female donors.
How Much America’s Biggest Companies Give to Charity: an Exclusive Chronicle Study
A Chronicle survey of America’s biggest companies found that donations grew 2 percent in 2015 compared with the previous year. Meanwhile, companies are increasingly integrating philanthropy throughout their business operations.
Cash Giving From Businesses Edges Up, Chronicle Survey Shows
Gilead Sciences, Walmart, Wells Fargo, Goldman Sachs, and ExxonMobil led the way, reflecting a strong presence throughout the list of financial institutions and drug companies.
By Alex Daniels and Peter Olsen-Phillips
For a Chicago Businessman, Philanthropy Is a Team Sport
A love of basketball helped lead John Rogers Jr. into the game of philanthropy. Now one the nation’s most admired money managers, he hopes to spread the wealth to kids struggling to achieve the American dream.
By Nicole Lewis
Contributor
Fighting Global Climate Change Requires Foundations to Give Local
Grant makers can make a big difference on an immense planetary problem by fostering collaborative solutions in their home regions.
By James Canales and kate wolford
Operation Smile Courts Hispanics With Eye on Population Shift
With bilingual agents and Spanish-language ads, the children’s medical charity has cultivated a growing Latino donor base.
By Timothy Sandoval
Contributor
How ‘Lean Start-up’ Helped Double Taproot’s Reach in a Year
The foundation quickly built a website where nonprofits and skilled volunteers find each other.
By Drew Lindsay
Senior Editor, Special Projects
What Women (Donors) Want: Cultivation and Stewardship Advice for Fundraisers
Experts share their tips for inspiring women to give money and time to your cause.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor