War and Recession: A Challenge for Charities

Nonprofit leaders take a wide range of steps during holiday season to avert trouble in 2002

NONPROFIT GROUPS are looking ahead to 2002 with a mixture of hope and concern as the U.S. economy slides into recession.

THE MINNESOTA AIDS PROJECT, already dealing with dips in private support, now must contend with the state’s decision to freeze new contracts until state agencies can reassess their priorities.

THE ATLANTA COALITION OF PERFORMING ARTS sees tough times ahead, and is looking to diversify both its philanthropic support and its sources of earned income.

USA FOR UNHCR has broadened its appeal to young people, thanks to its association with a popular actress, Angelina Jolie.

BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF BOSTON has persuaded some of its loyal supporters to make gifts over longer periods or with fewer strings attached.

THE DENVER ART MUSEUM has tapped the resources of wealthy board members to raise $50-million for its endowment campaign.

THE MID-OHIO FOOD BANK has seen food donations decline in the face of rising demand, and for the first time in years is having to purchase food to keep its shelves stocked.

STRATEGIES for coping with tough times, culled from suggestions by nonprofit leaders and other experts.

MANY CHARITIES are considering greater use of online fund raising in light of the recent scare over anthrax-tainted mail and the prominent role the Internet has played in financing September 11 relief efforts.