Veterans Nonprofits Seek Separation From Wounded Warrior Project
In addition to underscoring their independent identities, the groups say they are emphasizing financial transparency and being clear with donors about the services their dollars provide.
By Timothy Sandoval
Contributor
Wounded Warrior Upheaval Shows Perils of Fighting Charity Watchdogs
Former CEO Steve Nardizzi fought those who criticized his group’s spending on travel and other expenses. Regardless of whether he was right, his brash style may have doomed him, experts say.
By Timothy Sandoval
Contributor
Wounded Warrior Project Fires Top Executives
The officials were let go nearly two months after allegations surfaced about excessive spending on parties, travel, and conferences. The board says policies and controls failed to keep up with fast growth. CEO Steve Nardizzi and COO Al Giordano are out. The board says policies and controls failed to keep up with fast growth at the country’s largest veterans charity.
By Timothy Sandoval
Contributor
Research Offers Clues to Tapping 9 Kinds of Generosity
Charities need to think more broadly about where their support comes from and how they can make better use of it, says a co-author of a new book on who gives and why.
By Timothy Sandoval
Contributor
Simulating Poverty Gives Charity Supporters a Taste of Hard Times
Interactive and immersive campaigns are taking off. Just make sure they are not “cartoonish,” experts say.
By Timothy Sandoval
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Election Won’t Hamper Charitable Giving, Says Study
Nearly 80 percent of donors surveyed said they plan to donate the same amount to favorite causes this year as in 2015.
By Timothy Sandoval
Contributor
Salvation Army Reports Fuller Red Kettles in 2015
Buoyed by an association with retail giants, the charity’s signature drive overcame a slow start to raise $150 million during the holiday season.
By Timothy Sandoval
Contributor
In an Election Year, the Y Campaigns for Attention
The charity throws a tiny hat in the ring in hopes of diverting some donations to its cause.
By Timothy Sandoval
Contributor
Smaller Charity Walks and Runs Report Gains; Big Events See Declines
“Peer-to-peer fundraising,” in which supporters solicit donations from friends, family, and colleagues, shows very different revenue trends depending on a campaign’s size.
By Timothy Sandoval
Contributor
MacArthur Honors Chicago Arts Groups for Creativity and Effectiveness
The grant maker aims to bolster hometown nonprofits with its awards for “creative and effective” organizations.
By Timothy Sandoval
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