Daily News Roundup: $18 Million Gift to Create a Heart Center
In other news, a University of Washington institute has won $11.3 million from the Open Philanthropy Project to work on a universal flu vaccine; the L.A. Clippers Foundation is giving $10 million to renovate basketball courts in Los Angeles city parks; the National Parks Conservation Association is suing Ryan Zinke and agencies he oversees over a water pipeline in California near a national monument; Drue Heinz, a literary-arts philanthropist has died; and more.
Small Group Has Big Influence on How Advocacy and Aid Groups Use Data
The Engine Room connects nonprofits working in the field with the technology they need to succeed — and works to ensure organizations respect the privacy of the people they serve.
By HEATHER JOSLYN
Contributor
Minimum Thresholds Carry Short-Term Cost but Bring Long-Term Gain, Study Finds
Setting a minimum monthly gift amount might scare off some donors at the outset, but those who bite are generous enough over time to more than make up the loss, researchers found.
By Alex Daniels
Contributor
Calif. Nonprofit Taps Residents to Ensure Safe Drinking Water
The Community Water Center helps residents of low-income and agricultural communities test for pollutants and fight for better water systems.
By Ariella Phillips
Contributor
People: CEO Exits Council on Foundations, New Leaders Join Teagle and SunTrust Funds
Plus, the Skoll Foundation names an interim president, the Omidyar Network promotes a new managing partner, and more major personnel moves in nonprofits and philanthropy.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions
About the Chronicle/AFP Poll on Sexual Harassment at Nonprofits
We joined forces with the Association of Fundraising Professionals to learn more about the extent and effect of sexual misconduct at nonprofit workplaces.
By Timothy Sandoval
Contributor
Sexual Harassment at Nonprofits: How It Happens and What To Do About It
An exclusive poll commissioned by the Chronicle and the Association of Fundraising Professionals reveals the scope of the problem for women in the field.
By Timothy Sandoval and Megan O’Neil
1 in 4 Women Fundraisers Has Been Harassed, Exclusive Poll Finds
Two-thirds of women who have encountered misconduct on the job say donors were the perpetrators, according to a new study of more than 1,000 fundraisers sponsored by the ˆ and the Association of Fundraising Professionals.
By Timothy Sandoval
Contributor
Sexual Harassment Is Widespread Problem for Fundraisers, Survey Shows
Two-thirds of women who have encountered misconduct on the job say donors were the perpetrators, according to a new study of more than 1,000 fundraisers sponsored by the Chronicle and the Association of Fundraising Professionals.
By Timothy Sandoval
Contributor
Daily News Roundup: Companies Use Charitible Giving as ‘Tax-Exempt Influence Seeking,’ Says Study
A group of economists published an analysis of corporate philanthropy that paints a picture of giving that is more like lobbying. In other articles, the head of the Smithsonian Institution announced an effort to showcase achievements by women but stopped short of supporting a new museum; Detroit has built up a team of grant seekers that has helped attract tens of millions in grants and loans; and Fast Company looks at five ways nonprofits can solve their thorniest problems.