Politics and Charity: Do Not Mix.
Repealing the Johnson Amendment, which prohibits charities from getting involved in partisan politicking, would be disastrous.
By ROGER COLINVAUX
Contributor
Daily News Roundup: Yogurt Mogul’s Refugee Advocacy Draws Ire From Right
Also, reports on the growth of “venture philanthropy” among disease nonprofits and how Chelsea Clinton emerged as the “parent” at her family’s foundation.
Water Charity Drills Down to Get to Know Real Needs
Well Aware seeks input from residents to ensure its projects make sense for the Kenyan communities they serve.
By NICOLE WALLACE
Features Editor
Fatherhood Sparked J.B. Pritzker’s Crusade for Kids
The Hyatt hotel heir, investor, and philanthropist says early-childhood education is the key to the nation’s economic future. He wishes more donors agreed.
By NICOLE WALLACE
Features Editor
Daily News Roundup: FBI Tussled Over Investigating Clinton Foundation
Also, The Washington Post summarizes its months-long examination of Donald Trump’s giving, concluding that the candidate’s philanthropy is largely a “facade.”
Video: How to Get Board Members Involved in Advocacy
BoardSource chief executive Anne Wallestad says advocacy is an “underutilized tool” at nonprofits but that charity leaders can help trustees do their part.
By STACY PALMER and Nidhi Singh
Fidelity Overtakes United Way as New Charity Champion
For the first time, the sponsor of a donor-advised fund tops the Chronicle’s annual ranking of the 400 U.S. charities that raise the most in private support. Another first: Giving to groups on the list tops $100 billion.
Daily News Roundup: Myanmar and U.S. Top List of Most Generous Countries
Also, finance mogul Paul Tudor Jones plans an investment fund made up of socially responsible corporations, and a former antipoverty activist draws fire as the head of New York City’s homelessness agency.
How Better Data Can Lead Nonprofits to Greater Diversity
Philanthropy’s growing focus on equity and inclusion is welcome, but it will take information as well as interest to make real strides.
By Jacob Harold and ROBERT RABEN
Daily News Roundup: Clinton Aides Sparred Over Morocco Foundation Summit
Plus, the conservative video activist purporting that Hillary Clinton supporters fomented violence at Donald Trump rallies got money from Mr. Trump’s foundation.
Young Nonprofit Professionals on Millennial Myths
Seven young nonprofit workers talk about battling stereotypes, learning on the job, and what charities can do to bring their generation on board.
By Nidhi Singh
Contributor
Daily News Roundup: DiCaprio Fund Cooperating With Malaysia Corruption Inquiry
Also, a chrous coalesces behind paying cash allowances for every American child, and leaked Clinton campaign emails show Bill and Melinda Gates were considered for veep.
How Nonprofits Serving Latinos Can Build Strong Ties
A new communications guide outlines steps to take to reach Hispanic communities and explains how to gauge your success.
By Megan O’Neil
Contributor
How an Arts Nonprofit Developed a Succession Plan
A San Francisco dance organization that prepared for future transitions shares its plan as a model for others.
By Rebecca Koenig
Contributor
Video: Making Measurement Work for Fundraising
Richard Shaw, chief development officer at Youth Villages, talks about how, and when, the Washington-area charity uses data in crafting appeals.
By Eden Stiffman and Nidhi Singh
Daily News Roundup: Haitians Saying ‘No’ to Red Cross Help
Also, March Madness-themed charity Brackets for Good expands and the Associated Press answers questions on the latest Clinton Foundation controversy.