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How 5 CEOs Who Took Pay Cuts or Shunned Increases in the Recession Are Faring Now—and How Their Staffs Are Doing

Some took pay cuts, and one refused an increase. Here’s a report on their current salaries and those of their staffs.

IRS Tests Interactive Charity Application Form

The new approach is designed to speed up the process of getting tax-exempt status.

Next Gates CEO Probably Won’t Be a Microsoft Executive

Retiring Gates foundation chief executive Jeff Raikes says he expects the next leader to come from outside the company’s ranks.

Gates Foundation Chief Executive to Step Down

Gates Foundation Chief Executive to Step Down

Jeff Raikes announced his retirement Tuesday from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation after more than five years leading the world’s largest philanthropy. 

48% of Charity Leaders Say Foundations Are Oblivious to Their Needs, Says Survey

A new study by the Center for Effective Philanthropy says only 18 percent of charity executives feel strongly that they can be candid with their foundation supporters.

With Facebook Stock Surge, $500-Million Gift Grows to $738-Million

With Facebook Stock Surge, $500-Million Gift Grows to $738-Million

Mark Zuckerberg’s donation to Silicon Valley Community Foundation will go to education and health causes.

Livestrong Loses Sponsors, Gains Others, and Jettisons Some Programs

Livestrong Loses Sponsors, Gains Others, and Jettisons Some Programs

The loss of corporate sponsors has forced the organization to scrutinize each of its dozens of projects and jettison those that are inefficient.

After the Scandal, Livestrong Works to Rebuild Trust and Put the Spotlight on Cancer Patients

After the Scandal, Livestrong Works to Rebuild Trust and Put the Spotlight on Cancer Patients

The organization is making personal visits to many supporters and getting employees directly involved in building a new future for the group.

Livestrong Has Built a Powerful Lobbying Presence

The charity’s success in influencing health policy shows how a nonprofit can avoid crossing the line in advocacy efforts.

Religious Charities Ask Congress To Save Charitable Deduction in Tax Overhaul

Religious Charities Ask Congress To Save Charitable Deduction in Tax Overhaul

A new coalition hopes to influence senators as they draft ideas to meet a Friday deadline for proving tax breaks meet important public-policy goals.