Silicon Valley’s biggest names are backing new ways to organize and fund science research. Some worry their experiments signal a “move fast and break things” approach.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Not Sure What Donor Data to Collect? Think About Why People Care About Your Nonprofit
Everyone on staff should understand what data is important to collect — such as events donors attend, whether they volunteer, and other ways they connect with the organization — and understand the goals.
By Emily Haynes and Rasheeda Childress
Easy Ways to Start Using Data to Raise Money
Taking those first steps to incorporate data into fundraising can be intimidating. Experts offer advice on how to get started.
By Rasheeda Childress and Emily Haynes
Why Fundraisers Need to Double Down on Data Security
The data nonprofits collect about donors is valuable. Securing and protecting it is essential to maintain a good relationship with supporters.
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor
Nonprofit Helps Women Athletes Navigate the Gender Pay Gap
The Homestretch Foundation is fighting unequal pay in professional cycling and provides free temporary housing to help women athletes continue their training.
By NICOLE WALLACE
Features Editor
Drop in Giving From 2021 to ‘22 Was Among the Steepest Ever, ‘Giving USA’ Found
International aid was the only cause that raised enough to beat inflation, as individual donors contributed 13 percent less than 2021. Plus, see the Giving USA data in four charts.
By Rasheeda Childress and Emily Haynes
Melinda French Gates Effort Aims to Accelerate Women’s Power and Influence
Pivotal Ventures, Gates’s limited-liability company, has committed up to $20 million to match gifts made by members of three donor networks. Sudnya Shroff (pictured here) says the money doubled her philanthropy’s power.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
To Encourage Ideological Diversity on College Campuses, Donors Need to Think Bigger
Rather than writing big checks to their alma maters, philanthropists should use their money to build new universities that embrace nonconformity and divergent political perspectives.
By Thomas Gift and Julie Norman
Federal Food Assistance Cuts Should Spur Charities to Rethink How They Feed Families
Last week’s debt deal and the recent end to pandemic-era food programs have left many charities worried about how to feed everyone seeking help. Instead, they should adopt approaches that ensure healthy food is always available to all who need it — regardless of congressional actions.
By Dion Dawson
Contributor
The overuse of grandiose and unclear language prevents nonprofits from telling stories that inspire the people they need to reach. ChatGPT, Google, and regular humans can help them change those patterns.
By April Bo Wang
Contributor
Unrealistic Fundraising Expectations Are Causing Stress. Here’s How to Set More Practical Goals.
It’s crucial to consider past fundraising, collaborate in goal setting, remember that fundraising is a long-term project, and — especially important right now — factor in the economy.
By Rasheeda Childress
Senior Editor, Fundraising
How to Avoid Turf Wars When Raising Money From Wealthy Families
How to deal with donors after a divorce, raising money from relatives of a longtime donor, and more.
By Isa Catto
Contributor
10 Steps to Find and Prioritize Prospective Donors in a Volatile Economy
Four seasoned prospect-research professionals share ways to zero in on your best opportunities in 2023 — and strengthen your nonprofit over the long term.
By Lisa Schohl
Director, Nonprofit Learning