A Water Charity Spills Its Secrets, and Donors Open Their Wallets
Under the guidance of its new leader, Water for People is making a splash with its push for greater accountability in how it reports program results, with lessons for other nonprofit groups.
By Caroline Preston
Contributor
A Look at How Lance Armstrong’s Charity Will Cope as the Cyclist Faces Drug Charges
Fast Company magazine asks if Lance Armstrong’s charity can survive his recent professional troubles.
By Caroline Preston
Contributor
Donors Who Couldn’t Care Less About the Cause?
Some philanthropists don’t think about giving to specific causes, but rather about the impact their gifts will have, says an adviser to donors.
By Caroline Preston
Contributor
“Fix It” Approach to Foreign Aid Doesn’t Work, Writer Says
A writer at Foreign Policy’s Web site takes a second look at Nicholas Kristof’s spotlight on “do-it-yourself” international aid.
By Caroline Preston
Contributor
Nearly 60% of Big Companies Cut Their Giving in 2009, Report Says
Big companies say the downturn forced them to trim giving and redirect some of their funds to organizations serving people hit hard by the bad economy.
By Caroline Preston
Contributor
Charities Say Women Are Often Their Best Donors
A new study reinforces what many charities have long found: Women tend to give more frequently than men.
By Caroline Preston
Contributor
A Third of Donors Plan to Give Less This Quarter, Survey Finds
Donors who are cutting back on their philanthropy are divided over whether to trim back gifts or eliminate some beneficiaries, says a new report.
By Caroline Preston
Contributor
Donors to Education Seek Ways to End Teacher Tenure
Ending teacher tenure is a hot topic for a panel at Philanthropy Roundtable meeting
By Caroline Preston
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New Campaign Seeks to Build Support for Foundations’ Work
Philanthropy Roundtable seeks donors to tell tales of grant making success in a new public-awareness drive.
By Caroline Preston
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Speakers Debate the Right Defense of Foundation Autonomy
Foundations need to make better arguments to preserve their independence, argues Philanthropy Roundtable panelist.
By Caroline Preston
Contributor