Microsoft Official Chosen to Head Charity Navigator
Michael Thatcher, an expert on public-sector technology, is expected to expand the organization’s online presence.
By Alex Daniels
Senior Editor, Foundations
Bragging Can Polish a Donor’s Image — or Not
A recent examination of “the braggart’s dilemma” found that when a donor touts a gift, it can raise his or her stature as long as the donor doesn’t go overboard.
By Alex Daniels
Senior Editor, Foundations
Donors Collaborate to End Homelessness in Conn.
Clear mission and regional outlook brought together more than two dozen grant makers in the state.
By Alex Daniels
Senior Editor, Foundations
Should the Next Independent Sector CEO Be a Superstar Lobbyist or a Tech Geek?
Some nonprofit leaders want an unconventional choice who can rally Silicon billionaires, financial companies, and more.
By Alex Daniels
Senior Editor, Foundations
Nonprofit Coalition to Press Presidential Contenders to Protect Charitable Deduction
The Charitable Giving Coalition, a group of 44 nonprofits, says the charitable deduction is unique among tax incentives, because it “promotes a selfless act.”
By Alex Daniels
Senior Editor, Foundations
Diana Aviv Leaving Independent Sector for Feeding America
The longtime nonprofit leader, who has headed the coalition for a dozen years, said the Feeding America job “presented itself” a few months ago.
By Alex Daniels
Senior Editor, Foundations
Kauffman Names 4th President in 4 Years
Citing her expertise in entrepreneurship, Kansas City leaders praise the choice of acting President Wendy Guillies, a 15-year veteran of the foundation, to be its leader.
By Alex Daniels
Senior Editor, Foundations
Foundations Join Forces to Fight Inequality
Dozens of America’s biggest grant makers are attacking the problem on several fronts. But will they really make a difference?
By Alex Daniels
Senior Editor, Foundations
Forecast for Major Funds: Increased Giving in 2015
Assets at the nation’s largest 31 foundations topped $148.7 billion last year as grant makers steered more than $7.8 billion toward nonprofits, according to a new Chronicle survey.
By Alex Daniels and Lance Lambert
Surprise! A High-Efficiency Rating Can Hurt Giving
Researchers at George Mason University find that some people may dial back donations to well-run charities, perhaps because they believe those nonprofits can do more with less.
By Alex Daniels
Senior Editor, Foundations