How Large Is The Nonprofit World?
The nonprofit world continues to grow both in the number of organizations and their share of the U.S. work force, but fundraising isn’t keeping pace, according to the Urban Institute.
Awards Honor Creative Technology Use
The Tech Museum of Innovation has presented its annual awards to honor the creative use of technology to benefit society.
By NICOLE WALLACE
Features Editor
A Foundation’s First Public-Policy Director Readies for Budget Battle
The Robert Wood Johnson fund has appointed a top official to educate politicians about medical research findings and help lawmakers shape policy.
By Caroline Preston
Contributor
In Sandy’s Wake, Charities That Serve Region’s Poor Face Harder Task
Human-service groups, already stretched by the bad economy, are now helping low-income people driven from their homes by the storm.
By SUZANNE PERRY
Contributor
Nonprofits Don’t Have to Be Big to Be Bold
All organizations should ask questions about how they can extend their reach, says a nonprofit expert.
By Debra E. Blum
Contributor
Donald Trump’s Tweets About Nonprofit Executives Prompt Outrage
The real-estate mogul on Monday unfairly criticized two of the country’s largest charities for the amount they pay their top executives and how much they spend on programs.
By cody.switzer
Contributor
How the Survey of Endowments Was Compiled
The Chronicle of Philanthropy’s report on nonprofit endowments is based on data from 273 nonprofits and foundations. Learn more about the methodology.
By Marisa López-rivera
Contributor
Rocky Markets Rattle Nonprofit Endowment Returns
This year is poised to be the second in a row with lackluster investment results, a new Chronicle study finds, putting many nonprofits in a rough spot.
By Doug Donovan
Contributor
Library Promotes Digital-Media Skills
The San Francisco Public Library wants young people to be active creators of digital media, not just passive consumers.
By NICOLE WALLACE
Features Editor
Nonprofit Starts Software Company
The Family Service Agency of San Francisco is now selling the software it developed to track client information.
By NICOLE WALLACE
Features Editor
Charities in Search of Endowment Gifts Use Creative Strategies to Lure Donors
Charities try to meet donors in the middle by seeking gifts that put some money into today’s needs and set some aside for the future.
By Holly Hall
Contributor
Creating Winning Year-End Appeals: Tips From Experts
Emphasize online gifts on the very last days of the year, when donations spike.
By Jennifer C. Berkshire
Contributor
Nonprofit Endowment Returns Still Sluggish in 2012, Survey Finds
Endowments are on pace for a second year in a row of lackluster earnings, according to a Chronicle study of 268 charities and foundations.
By Doug Donovan
Contributor
N.Y. Fund Helps Charities With the Costs of Merging
A new effort pays for accountants, consultants, and lawyers to help nonprofits forge alliances that can help them save money and spread their reach.
By Michael Anft
Contributor
To Keep Nonprofit Audiences Engaged, Get Them Moving
If you really want people to learn, and have fun in the process, get them up out of their chairs.
By CLAIRE PEI
Contributor
Mobile Technology Gets New Attention
Many nonprofits plan to expand their use of mobile technology in the coming year, according to a new report.
By NICOLE WALLACE
Features Editor