How Technology Transformed a Legacy Charity
The conservation group’s president says its digital upgrade shows how venerable charities can leave old, slow, and ineffectual communications methods behind.
By David Yarnold
Contributor
Using Cardboard and Ingenuity to Help Kids in Need
The Adaptive Design Association is spreading its model of creating affordable, custom equipment that allows kids with disabilities to experience the joys of life and higher levels of independence.
By NICOLE WALLACE
Features Editor
Fellow Billionaires: Let’s Listen to the Poor
The creator of 5-Hour Energy drinks urges his fellow philanthropists to measure results, not dollars spent, and to stop pretending that putting their names on buildings is an act of humanity.
By Manoj Bhargava
Contributor
How Foundations Can Help Big Cities — Just Like Detroit’s Grand Bargain
Pension troubles could hobble some of America’s biggest urban areas, so philanthropies should step up to use their assets to help.
By HOWARD HUSOCK
Contributor
Make the Most of a Fundraising Event to Honor a Departing Leader
Nonprofits can embarrass themselves and the person they’re trying to recognize if they don’t plan carefully.
By Debra E. Blum
Contributor
6 Steps to Implement an Alternative Admissions Policy at a Museum
The Museum of Photographic Arts in San Diego outlines the steps any museum can take to move beyond traditional admissions fees to alternatives like a pay-what-you-wish policy.
By Angela Venuti
Contributor
Museum’s ‘Pay What You Wish’ Admission Policy Pays Off
Revenue from admissions rose 20 percent and attendance rose 69 percent at the Museum of Photographic Arts in San Diego after guests were invited to decide the value of a visit.
By Megan O’Neil
Contributor