How The Chronicle Compiled Its Survey of Nonprofit Chief-Executive Compensation
Our survey reveals salaries and benefits of more than 400 people who lead charities that raise more than $25-million a year from private sources.
As the Economy Heats Up, Nonprofit CEOs See Pay Rise
An annual study by The Chronicle reveals the compensation of more than 400 leaders at big charities and foundations, including 18 who topped $2-million.
By Ben Gose
Senior Editor
Trustees’ Pay Is Challenged After 2 Give Themselves 1,000% Raises Over 9 Years
A watchdog group is seeking an investigation of the Otto Bremer Foundation’s compensation plan.
By Ben Gose
Senior Editor
U. of Rochester Booster Endows a Top Fundraising Position
Two longtime donors have given $1.5-million to supplement the salary of the institution’s chief advancement officer.
By Holly Hall
Contributor
A $350-Million Gift to Harvard Is the Latest in a String of Donations for Public Health
The donation from Gerald and Ronnie Chan shows growing interest in finding advanced techniques to help reduce the risks that make people sick.
By Avi Wolfman-Arent
Contributor
A Medical Charity Battles a Rampaging Epidemic in Africa
Doctors Without Borders has more than 1,850 staff members working in countries where Ebola has been spreading.
By NICOLE WALLACE
Features Editor
Cultivating Young Donors Promises Big Returns Someday, Survey Finds
Charities should woo people under 35 today if they want reliable streams of revenue in the coming years, even though they won’t see big returns for a while.
By Holly Hall
Contributor
Effort to Help Arts Groups Navigate Real-Estate Costs Wins Prize
Shelley Trott, an official of the Kenneth Rainin Foundation, was honored for her creative approach to solving problems in a way that can be copied elsewhere.
By Caroline Bermudez
Contributor
Cirque du Soleil Marketing Executive Brings Expertise to Nature Conservancy
Mario D’Amico plans to use techniques he honed at the entertainment company to help the environmental movement.
By Michelle Gienow
Contributor
Some Former CEOs Still Have Lucrative Deals at Nonprofits
Arrangements that give former leaders millions for what critics say is a limited benefit to the charity around are raising eyebrows.
By Ben Gose
Senior Editor