Chronicle’s Exclusive Survey Finds Skittish Donors and Fundraisers Searching for a New Normal
Most fundraisers said they expect their groups to raise enough money to meet their goals this year, but there’s a deep sense of unease about the economy.
By Rasheeda Childress and Emily Haynes
Competition for Donors Is High; How to Stand Out in the Crowd
Fundraisers aim to find — and engage — the donors who rate the organization’s work most important among the groups they support.
By Rasheeda Childress
Senior Editor, Fundraising
In Wake of Donor Revolt, Nonprofits Are Rethinking Political Statements
Fundraising and communications experts warn of a backlash against nonprofits when they weigh in on the Israel-Hamas War and other issues not central to their mission. Here’s advice on how to avoid donor revolts.
By Rasheeda Childress
Senior Editor, Fundraising
How to Hold On to Prospective Donors When Fundraisers Leave: a Conference Debrief
Other hot topics at APRA’s annual meeting: the promise of A.I. and due diligence on donors to prevent reputational damage.
By Rasheeda Childress
Senior Editor, Fundraising
More Than Half of Black-Serving Groups Would Shut Down if They Lost Key Donors
Most operate on razor-thin margins and need more philanthropic support for training in fundraising, leadership, and financial management, a new survey has found.
By Rasheeda Childress
Senior Editor, Fundraising
Why Location Matters for Fundraising and Why Social Donors Give
Where donors live can change their giving patterns, two recent studies show.
By Rasheeda Childress
Senior Editor, Fundraising
Donor Codes of Conduct to Fight Sexual Harassment of Nonprofit Fundraisers Are Growing More Common
The codes also seek to reduce other problematic donor behavior, like pushing organizations to start programs that fall outside their mission and trying to get involved in day-to-day operations.
By Rasheeda Childress
Senior Editor, Fundraising
Generosity Report Shows Younger Donors Less Trusting of Charities Than Older People
GivingTuesday’s study looks at trends around the world and measures traditional giving to nonprofits as well as informal giving to people in need and volunteering.
By Rasheeda Childress
Senior Editor, Fundraising
Lawyers and fundraisers weigh in on how the court’s decision could impact university fundraising efforts and relationships with donors.
By Rasheeda Childress
Senior Editor, Fundraising
What Would Happen to Fundraising if Legacy Admissions Went Away Next?
Would telling donors their gifts will have no impact on admissions drive down donations to colleges? Some fundraising consultants say it wouldn’t be a bad thing.
By Rasheeda Childress
Senior Editor, Fundraising