The Data Behind the Chronicle’s Ranking of America’s Favorite Charities
Our new ranking of the charities that raise the most in cash and stock reveals some big surprises about which groups are succeeding in a challenging fundraising environment, and why.
Helping People Requires Feedback. Here’s How to Make Use of It.
Larry Kramer, president of the Hewlett Foundation, explains why it’s not as simple as seeking information; it’s knowing how to understand what the findings show and making hard judgments.
By Larry Kramer
Contributor
MacArthur Winner Confronts Racism and Injustice
Titus Kaphar’s bold paintings put African-Americans in the foreground.
By Julian Wyllie
Contributor
Philanthropy Won’t Change the World Unless It Takes More Risks. Here’s How.
Grant makers are often focused on helping people who face wrenching challenges every day. So why is it so hard to do what it takes to make a difference?
By Lisa Ranghelli
Contributor
Photographs Can Help Nonprofits Attract New Kinds of Supporters
When people of all backgrounds and ethnicities see themselves represented in a nonprofit’s materials, they are more likely to give and get involved.
By NICOLE WALLACE
Features Editor
Solid Research Helps Social-Justice Charity Fine Tune Its Communications
How a cultural anthropologist uses research results to help a nonprofit send more effective messages about its work.
By NICOLE WALLACE
Features Editor
9 Things to Know When Starting a Fundraising Program, Courtesy of Those Who’ve Done It
Focus on what’s special about your group, get early grants from community foundations, and more advice to ramp up your efforts.
By Drew Lindsay
Senior Editor, Special Projects
How Giving-Day Strategists Are Making Tweaks to Keep Raising Millions
Organizers of some day-long fundraising drives are letting donors schedule gifts in advance, doubling down on training participants, and deploying paid social-media ads to push totals higher.
By HEATHER JOSLYN
Contributor