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Apple Co-Founder Steve Wozniak Gives With No Strings

In his first public talk about his philosophy of giving, the technology guru said that when he donates money to charity, he likes to get involved as a volunteer, too.

Tips on Great Web-Site Design With Donors in Mind

Making good use of typefaces and creating great visuals using free programs can help donors quickly find what they need, says a nonprofit communications expert.

8 Tips for Raising Money and Attracting Support on Social Networks

Spread social-media work around the office and don’t beg: advice from the experts on smart tactics for charities.

Silicon Valley Nonprofits Zero In on Facebook and Its Workers

Silicon Valley Nonprofits Zero In on Facebook and Its Workers

The company and its workers are coming under growing pressure from local charities to demonstrate their generosity.

Charities Seek Some of Facebook’s Billions

Charities Seek Some of Facebook’s Billions

As Facebook goes public and its employees await a life-changing windfall, nonprofits are wooing new friends with deep pockets.

Fundraisers’ Pay Didn’t Keep Up With Inflation Last Year

Fundraisers’ Pay Didn’t Keep Up With Inflation Last Year

Salaries grew just 1.5 percent, according to a study by the Association of Fundraising Professionals, and many fundraisers are looking for better-paying jobs.

Environmental Groups Get New Outlet to Raise Money Online

A nonprofit wants to help attract young and minority donors to support projects in their neighborhoods.

Mobile-Payment Devices Spur Spontaneous Gifts

Mobile-Payment Devices Spur Spontaneous Gifts

As people carry less cash, charities say they are reaping benefits by letting people swipe their credit cards into retooled smartphones whenever or wherever they want to make contributions.

A Philanthropist Helps Small Charities Win Bequests

A Philanthropist Helps Small Charities Win Bequests

Harold Grinspoon’s foundation trains Jewish camps to ask supporters to leave them money in their wills, and the approach offers ideas other small groups can put to work.

Why Fundraisers Shouldn’t Necessarily Leap at the Next Job Offer

Andrew Watt, president of the Association of Fundraising Professionals, says fundraisers need to think not just about getting a better-paying job but about the skills they need to build over the long term.