$75 Million Donation Boosts Newborn Care at N.Y. Hospital
The gift from the foundation of hedge-fund mogul Steven Cohen and his wife, Alexandra Cohen, will establish a unit of NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital dedicated to maternal and neonatal care, Crain’s New York Business writes.
How One Nonprofit Raised $10 Million for a ‘Quiet’ Disaster
The American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee used education, matching gifts, and a new fundraising campaign to raise money for Jews in Ukraine. It also got back in touch with lapsed donors and old friends.
By Rebecca Koenig
Contributor
Year-End Donations by PayPal Climb 15% to $857 Million
The online-payment company reported an average gift size of $93 and an increase of 6 percent in the number of contributions.
By Megan O’Neil
Contributor
Doug Ulman: Grace Under Pressure
The leader who guided Livestrong through its darkest days has moved on to a nonprofit in Ohio, where he is working to turn a regional cycling event into a national fundraising powerhouse.
By NICOLE WALLACE
Features Editor
Reader’s Choice: This Year’s Top Resources
Topping the list are articles to help you measure results, seek grants, and appeal to millennials.
Reader Favorites in 2015: Year in Review
What caught the attention of Chronicle subscribers last year? Stories about new developments in fundraising were hot, as were reports on the science of giving, and pay and hiring.
How to Defuse Tension and Foster Teamwork in Fundraising
Managers and fundraisers can create a positive fundraising environment by setting realistic goals, recognizing all contributions, collaborating across departments, and putting donors’ desires first.
By Rebecca Koenig
Contributor
Demand for Results Dampens Fundraising, Survey Says
Forty-seven percent of leaders say donors’ requests for results data can make it tougher to attract gifts.
By HEATHER JOSLYN
Contributor
How to Convert Year-End Online Visitors to Donors
In this episode of the What’s the Big Idea podcast, an expert discusses how nonprofits can improve year-end giving results.
By ALLISON FINE
Contributor
Mothers Against Drunk Driving Holds 1st National Day of Remembrance
The year-end giving season is particularly poignant for the organization because it coincides with the deadliest time of year for accidents caused by drunk driving.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Donors Give $116.7 Million on Giving Tuesday
This year’s event brought in more than 1 million gifts, according to data from the 92nd Street Y. While the numbers are still being crunched, one measure shows a 40 percent increase over the amount raised last year.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
How One Charity Engages Women Through Events
The women’s philanthropy program at the Jewish Federations of North America fosters community by hosting events like these throughout the year that connect female donors to each other and the organization.
By Margie Fleming Glennon
Chief Content Officer
Experienced Fundraisers Reflect on Their First Big Asks
The Chronicle asked veteran fundraisers about their first solicitations and what they’ve learned since then.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Our blog will keep you on top of philanthropy’s big day with news, tweets, Facebook posts, progress reports, and solicitations you won’t want to miss.
By Heather Joslyn and Eden Stiffman
Charities Incorporate Virtual Reality Into Donor Pitches
Nonprofits such as Charity: Water and Pencils of Promise are exploring the immersive technology as a way to give donors a clearer view of their mission and work, The Wall Street Journal writes.
Putting Yourself in Your Donor’s Shoes
In this episode of the Fundraising Fundamentals podcast, experts discuss ways to better understand your donors by seeing things from their perspective.
By Tony Martignetti
Contributor