Foundation Center Lays Off 14% of Staff as It Moves to Give Grant Seekers More Data Faster
New data systems are allowing the center to vastly increase the speed and volume of information on what foundations and corporations support.
By Megan O’Neil
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Policy Proposals and Giving: How Trump, Cruz, Clinton, and Sanders Compare
With the field of presidential candidates narrowing to four likely contenders, The Chronicle presents snapshots of their ideas on the charitable deduction and other notes of interest to nonprofits.
By Alex Daniels, Eden Stiffman and Megan O’Neil
Museum’s ‘Pay What You Wish’ Admission Policy Pays Off
Revenue from admissions rose 20 percent and attendance rose 69 percent at the Museum of Photographic Arts in San Diego after guests were invited to decide the value of a visit.
By Megan O’Neil
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Instagram Fame Drives Up Museum’s Attendance Nearly 1000%
The newly renovated Renwick Gallery has seen weekly visits climb from 3,000 to 30,000, thanks to social media, a visually captivating exhibition, and ‘photography encouraged’ signs.
By Megan O’Neil
Contributor
Independent Sector Names Education-Charity Leader as CEO
Dan Cardinali, president of Communities in Schools, takes over for Diana Aviv, who led the advocacy association for 12 years.
By Megan O’Neil
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Nonprofit Leaders Get Free Management Training at Northwestern U.
The Allstate Foundation-funded course offers nonprofit professionals in-person instruction, executive coaching, and $5,000 for additional learning opportunities.
By Megan O’Neil
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Turbulence on Wall Street Doesn’t Yet Spell Fundraising Panic, Experts Say
Foundations and individuals aren’t likely to reduce their giving if the market recovers from the past three weeks of sharp losses.
By Megan O’Neil
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GuideStar Redesigns Charity Profiles to Emphasize Results
The changes reflect a sector-wide discussion about how to measure and communicate about program effectiveness.
By Megan O’Neil
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Following Bloomberg’s Lead, L.A. Builds Its Own Mayor’s Fund
The Mayor’s Fund for Los Angeles was conceived as a linchpin between city-run programs and donors who want to support them.
By Megan O’Neil
Contributor
New ‘Playbook’ Helps Foundations and Nonprofits Respond to Disasters
The guide from the Center for Disaster Philanthropy details best practices, including information on rebuilding, legal services, housing, and coordination with government agencies.
By Megan O’Neil
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