Nonprofit Leaders Respond to White House Spending Plan
Environmental nonprofits are calling it a “scorched-earth budget,” diverse foreign-aid groups are united in their fury, and leaders in science, education, the arts, and social services are voicing grave concerns.
Trump Budget Cuts Billions of Dollars From Nonprofit Programs
Nonprofit leaders across the country say the plan is shortsighted and may ultimately end up costing the nation more money than it saves in many areas.
By Alex Daniels, Timothy Sandoval and Megan O’Neil
Nonprofit Causes Lose Big in White House Spending Plan
Shifting federal spending priorities to the military and his border wall, President Trump’s first budget blueprint calls for defunding dozens of social, environmental, and cultural programs.
Some Charities Misuse IRS Short Registration Form, Chronicle Data Suggests
Dozens of charities that obtained tax-exempt status using a bare-bones form intended only for very small nonprofits quickly ballooned into million dollar-plus organizations.
By Peter Olsen-Phillips
Contributor
5 Tips for Nonprofit Leaders to Avoid ‘Mission Creep’
When financial pressure or personal concern makes new causes tempting, remember where your nonprofit’s strengths lie.
By Rebecca Koenig
Contributor
Daily News Roundup: Health-Law Revamp Could Curb Nonprofit Hospitals’ Community Programs
Obamacare mandates that medical centers address community health needs are up in the air amid the Republican repeal effort. Also, a lawyer for the scandal-racked University of Louisville Foundation says it kept separate books for supplementing campus leaders’ compensation.
Daily News Roundup: Prominent White Nationalist Group Loses Nonprofit Status
The Internal Revenue Service penalized “alt-right” leader Richard Spencer’s National Policy Institute for failing to file tax returns for several years. Also, bomb threats alter daily life at Jewish community centers, and the White House solicits reporters’ advice on donating President Trump’s pay.
Daily News Roundup: ACLU Goes to Grass Roots in Anti-Trump Campaign
The nonprofit is aiming to channel its swelling coffers and membership ranks into a national direct-action movement. Also, a fire-safety charity takes heat for seven-figure executive salaries, and hospitals worry that replacing Obamacare will undo a drop in charity-care costs.
Daily News Roundup: Top Fla. Lawmaker Targets University Foundations
Spending on salaries and travel by Florida campuses’ fundraising affiliates comes in for legislative scrutiny. Plus, public-broadcasting leaders face a fight for continued federal funding, and a hedge-fund veteran brings high-velocity trading to his family philanthropy.
Daily News Roundup: Donors Can ‘Profit’ on Trump-Backed Tax Break
A school-choice option built on tax credits and touted by the president carries big financial benefits for wealthy donors, according to a new study. Also, a maker of grants-management software secures $16 million in venture capital, highlighting investor interest in nonprofit tech.
Trump’s ‘America First’ Stance Alarms Globally Active Foundations
Some grant makers that support international programs are taking a wait-and-see approach, but others say they may revamp spending plans as the White House readies huge cuts in foreign aid.
By Caroline Preston
Contributor
Daily News Roundup: College Donor’s Ex-Wife Seeks to Recoup Gifted Millions
The former spouse of a major Worcester Polytechnic Insitute benefactor claims in a lawsuit that donations from her ex included money hidden from her during divorce proceedings. Also, authorities in Turkey and India target major international aid charities.
In Toxic Political Climate, Nonprofits Increase Security
Recent bomb threats and other incidents underscore charities’ need for enhanced security — but paying for more protection can be tough.
By Timothy Sandoval
Contributor
Most large grant makers give about 5 percent of assets annually, according to a Chronicle analysis. Critics say they should do better. Plus, see our interactive guide to giving rates at the nation’s biggest foundations.
By Alex Daniels
Senior Editor, Foundations
How Big Foundations Stay Big: An Interactive Guide to Giving Rates
By law, private foundations must distribute at least 5 percent of their assets each year. This analysis of nearly 30 of the biggest foundations shows few choose to exceed that amount.
By Alex Daniels
Senior Editor, Foundations
PayPal Lawsuit Shows a ‘Wild West’ Reality in 3rd-Party Online Fundraising
A donor has sued the company over donations she made in 2016 that have not reached the intended nonprofit groups.
By Rebecca Koenig
Contributor