America’s Favorite Charities Are Shifting Their Fundraising Strategies
It’s been half a decade of upheaval at the 100 biggest fundraising groups. What do their changing tactics tell us about the state of raising money today?
By Rasheeda Childress
Senior Editor, Fundraising
7 Things We Learned From America’s Favorite Charities
What giving to the 100 organizations that raise the most money tells us about donation trends, donor behavior, and fundraising strategies
By Drew Lindsay
Contributor
How the Chronicle Ranks America’s Favorite Charities
America’s Favorite Charities is the Chronicle’s exclusive ranking of the U.S. nonprofits that raise the most in private support.
By Drew Lindsay
Contributor
Raise Money Like America’s Favorite Charities With These Tips
Be bold, strengthen ties with donors, hire well, and other fundraising advice from America’s Favorite Charities.
By Rasheeda Childress
Senior Editor, Fundraising
Planned Giving Offers Steady Support for America’s Favorite Charities
With the great wealth transfer coming, now is a great time for nonprofits of all sizes to start a deferred-giving program.
By Rasheeda Childress
Senior Editor, Fundraising
How America’s Favorite Charities Are Figuring Out Tech
An inside look at how America’s Favorite Charities use technology to improve the donor experience and tailor messages to supporters.
By Rasheeda Childress
Senior Editor, Fundraising
7 Words That Can Restore Trust in Philanthropy
The language nonprofits use can push people away. Here’s how to invite them in and build connection.
By Matt Watkins
Contributor
Nonprofits — and Their Leaders — Seek Security Amid Threats
After last week’s killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, organizations are assessing their risks and taking steps to protect staff, buildings, and events.
By Ben Gose
Senior Editor
A Rescue Plan for Local Public Media That Conservatives Will Love
Right-of-center donors would join with their progressive counterparts to replace lost federal funding — if the money went to local stations.
By Howard Husock
Contributor
I Said No to Wealth Hoarding and Left My Family Foundation Behind
The author learned lessons from her family’s approach to philanthropy that convinced her a different path was needed — for her and the larger sector.
By Katherine Hayes
Contributor
Hiring a Consultant? 4 Steps to Success
Before you sign a contract with a consulting service, check out these tips to help you get the most value out of the relationship.
By Geoffrey Hamlyn
Contributor
Strategic Planning Without the Stress: 6 Ways to Streamline
Experienced consultants and nonprofit leaders share their advice on optimizing the strategic-planning process.
By David L. Wheeler
Contributor
When Locals Lead Grant Making: 20 Years of Results From Colorado
El Pomar Foundation’s unique grant-making program offers a blueprint for community-based, locally led giving.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor