Most U.S. Adults Aren’t Making Year-End Charitable Gifts, New Poll Finds
About half U.S. adults say they've already made their charitable contributions for 2025.
By James Pollard and Linley Sanders
Ezra Klein on Philanthropy’s Role at a Precarious Time
America needs to renew a politics of plenty, says the New York Times columnist.
Billionaire Ray Dalio Pledges $75 Million to Connecticut Kids
The hedge fund founder is joining the push to fund Trump Accounts.
By Thalia Beaty
Associated Press
New Philanthropy Caucus Ensures Funders Have Friends on the Hill
The caucus might be able to help members of both parties coalesce around ideas that help nonprofits have more impact.
By Alex Daniels
Senior Editor, Foundations
From Crisis to Strategy: How a $400K Loss Led to a Fundraising Revamp
When huge grants disappear with little warning, it can be disastrous, but some groups are finding a way forward.
By Rasheeda Childress
Senior Editor, Fundraising
‘Get Off the Hamster Wheel’: A Message for Fundraisers
Fundraising and leadership expert Allison Fine offers tips for how to build trust in your organization — and how to stay sane.
By Chronicle Staff
Contributor
More DAF Gifts Are Going to Politically Active Charities
As the funds grow to unprecedented levels, the lines between charity and politics have become increasingly blurred.
By Brian Mittendorf and Helen Flannery
Knight Donation Tops List of 2025’s Biggest Gifts
Cancer research and care got the most money, followed by the Buffett family’s private foundations, university athletics, and an effort to end malnutrition.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Will Larger Payouts Be the New Norm? This Pledge Offers a Test
The Level Up pledge calls for funders to increase their grant making for at least two years.
By Alex Daniels
Senior Editor, Foundations
DAF Assets Soar 30% to $326 Billion
Donors put more money into the funds in 2024 than in any other of the past five years.
By Rasheeda Childress
Senior Editor, Fundraising