Former Deputy to Mayor Bloomberg Seeks to Help End Domestic Violence
New head of group founded by Joe Torre, a former Yankees manager, wants to educate young people about the problem.
By Caroline Bermudez
Contributor
To Make a Meaningful Difference, Look at the Full Scope of the Problem
A program serving 75 youths barely puts a dent in a city’s youth-violence statistics if 3,000 are in need of those services.
By PAUL JELLINEK
Contributor
Handing Over the Reins: a Charity’s 6-Step System
How Harlem Children’s Zone developed its succession plan and transition.
How Harlem Children’s Zone Spent a Decade Preparing for New Leadership
A key part of the effort: building an endowment before the new CEO took over to reduce fundraising pressures.
By Anne Williams-Isom
Contributor
‘Fortune’ Explores Thiel Foundation’s Support for Nonprofit and For-Profit Start-Ups
Meanwhile, Newsweek examines housing programs that bring together vulnerable people like foster children and military veterans with older people seeking fellowship.
By HEATHER JOSLYN
Contributor
How Boards Can Support New Charity Leaders
Boards should clarify roles and ask new chief executives what they need.
Listen and Observe Are the Watchwords for New Chief Executives
New nonprofit leaders should cast a wide net instead of relying on a single ally in the organization.
By Libby Sander
Contributor
New Project Will Identify and Share Best Nonprofit Management Tactics
Survey results will offer insight from experts on tools and trends that can help organizations increase their social impact.
By CHRIS LINDQUIST
Contributor
The wealthiest Americans are giving a smaller share of their income to charity, while poor and middle-income people are digging deeper into their wallets, according to a new Chronicle analysis of IRS data.
Find Out What’s Next for the ALS Association
Watch the recording of a live video discussion with the organization’s president, hosted by Chronicle podcaster Tony Martignetti.
Leader Who Helped Livestrong Weather Scandal Prepares to Move On
Doug Ulman, a 14-year veteran of the group that Lance Armstrong founded, offered a steady hand after the doping scandal hurt donations.
By SUZANNE PERRY
Contributor
How to Instill Charity Workers With a Sense of Purpose
Charity leaders can take steps to motivate staff and volunteers to work hard for their cause.
By HILDY GOTTLIEB
Contributor
Pay Gaps Persist Between Men and Women in Top Nonprofit Jobs
Women continue to make gains in senior positions, but their progress has been slow, especially at the biggest groups, says a report.
By HEATHER JOSLYN and CODY SWITZER
Nonprofit CEO Pay Raises Are Still Below Pre-Recession Levels
Leaders gained a median 2.2-percent increase in pay in 2012, according to a GuideStar analysis of compensation at 91,000 organizations.
By PETER PANEPENTO
Contributor
How Charities Can Avoid Legal and Reputation Risks of Crowdfunding
Nonprofits need to be sure they’re being accurately represented and that they understand the financial-reporting requirements.
By SUZANNE PERRY
Contributor
Frugal Fundraising Is Still a Good Idea
A fundraiser at a Catholic secondary school thinks limits on expenses for fundraising and program management are important safeguards.