A Fundraiser’s Guide to Getting Narcissists to Give
New research based on the ice-bucket challenge shows that narcissists often fail to make promised donations. One possible solution: Be sure to recognize them publicly if they do give.
By Alex Daniels
Senior Editor, Foundations
How a Maverick Tapped Into a Wellspring of Giving
In his new memoir, Thirst, Scott Harrison recounts how the nonprofit skyrocketed to fundraising success — and explains why charities need to stop treating donors like nuisances.
By Heather Joslyn
Contributor
An Accidental CEO Builds Up a Grass-Roots Charity
Kathleen Ruddy wanted to be a doctor. Instead, she’s built the charity world’s biggest supporter of pediatric-cancer research.
By Heather Joslyn
Contributor
Claire Babineaux-Fontenot, who has held senior jobs at Walmart and PwC, replaces Diana Aviv, who left abruptly in January.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions
22 Immigrant Philanthropists to Watch
These donors have committed large sums of money to charity, often in innovative ways. And there’s much more to come.
By Drew Lindsay
Senior Editor, Special Projects
When Miguel Fernandez sees armed U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers storming houses and workplaces, it brings back memories of his family being ousted from Cuba when he was a child.
By Timothy Sandoval
Contributor
John Long’s philanthropy shifts to women’s rights and social justice to reflect the times — and his daughters’ influence.
By David L. Marcus
Contributor
The American Dream, in Overdrive
Ranjan and Chandrika Tandon, who gave $100 million to New York University, are finding ways to help people find balance in their lives.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Bullied years ago as a newcomer to the United States, Neda Nobari has poured millions into efforts to help those like her find confidence in an “America First” culture.
By Michael Anft
Contributor
The ranks of the Giving Pledge and America’s wealthy feature a surprising number of foreign-born philanthropists. Who are they, and what causes do they give to?
By Drew Lindsay
Senior Editor, Special Projects