Michael Bloomberg and the Gun-Violence Prevention Movement: It’s Complicated
The former New York City mayor draws praise for his longtime advocacy, but critics wonder whether a billionaire can be at the center of a true movement. Plus, read our special report on the evolution of the gun-control movement.
By Drew Lindsay
Contributor
Advice for the Gun-Safety Movement From a Former NRA Lobbyist
John Goodwin broke with the gun-rights giant because it balked at even common-sense measures. Now he warns his former opponents not to do the same.
By Drew Lindsay
Contributor
‘I Found My Peace’: To Save Lives From Violence, This Group Aims to Change Lives
Philanthropists are betting millions on community programs that focus on the young men most likely to take a life or be shot. Plus, see our special report on gun violence.
By Drew Lindsay
Contributor
How a Philanthropic Bet on Violence Intervention Is Winning Public Dollars
Privately funded grassroots programs are for the first time getting solid backing from the city, county, and state. Plus, see our entire special report on gun violence and nonprofits.
By Drew Lindsay
Contributor
How to Strengthen Donor Loyalty? A New Study Says Talk Less, Listen More
A survey of more than 1,000 charity supporters indicates two-way communication is key to long-term commitment.
By Drew Lindsay
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Digital-Advertising Case Study: A Shift in Spending Leads to Success at Year End
Inside the success of the Parkinson’s Foundation, plus tips for 2022 and adapting to new privacy measures online.
By Drew Lindsay
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America’s nonprofits have promised to make their staffs look like America itself. Yet diversity remains elusive in the ranks of top fundraisers at the biggest organizations, despite significant turnover.
By Drew Lindsay
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Heifer International’s Crypto Move and What It Might Mean for Everyday Donors
As cryptocurrency values plunge and some groups pull back on digital-cash giving programs, the development group doubles down with a crowdfunding platform it believes has lessons for all fundraising.
By Drew Lindsay
Contributor
How Fundraising Can Bring Americans Back to Giving — if It Changes
Twenty million households have stopped opening their wallets for charity. Nonprofits are at least partly to blame.
By Drew Lindsay
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How Mother Jones Defies Fundraising Rules to Build Community and Grow
The scrappy investigative journalism outlet wants donors to feel part of a “high-quality thought partnership.”
By Drew Lindsay
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