Supermodel Charity’s Award for Clinton Came With $500,000 Gift
Bill Clinton agreed to accept an award at from celebrity model Petra Nemcova’s school-building charity, the Happy Hearts Fund, last year after the organization agreed to make the contribution to the Clinton Foundation, according to The New York Times.
Karen Brooks Hopkins Stages a Success Story
An arts leader reflects on helping to raise the Brooklyn Academy of Music from “scrappy start-up” to a red-hot cultural center through passionate fundraising.
By nicole lewis
Contributor
First U.S. Red Nose Day Raises $21 Million
Donations lagged far behind the most recent British event, which brought in about $122 million for charities fighting child poverty.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Britain’s Red Nose Day Charity Special to Premiere in U.S.
The three-hour telethon will feature comedy, musical performances, and donation appeals to support nonprofits that fight child poverty.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Robin Hood Gala Side Events Aim to Bring in Next-Gen Donors
The Robin Hood Foundation benefit, the country’s biggest annual charity fundraiser, expanded this year with two satellite parties targeting younger patrons, The Wall Street Journal writes.
Big Gifts Push Robin Hood Gala Take Past $100 Million
With two $25 million donors setting the pace, Tuesday night’s Robin Hood Foundation benefit raised $101 million for anti-poverty and education programs, a new high for Wall Street’s biggest annual philanthropic event, Bloomberg writes.
Second Annual ‘Give Local’ Event Raises $68.5 Million in 24 Hours
Seattle again finishes first in the total amount of money raised as the national event, which seeks to increase giving by donors to causes in their own communities, expands.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
S.C. Museum’s Fundraising Holds Strong During Closure
The Gibbes Museum of Art offers lessons on how it kept the cash flowing while an entire facility is closed for renovations.
By Holly Hall
Contributor
Half of Colleges and Private Schools Use Social Media to Raise Money
The amount raised that way is small, but colleges are experimenting with new ideas to increase the numbers.
By Rebecca Koenig
Contributor
Muscular Dystrophy Association Drops Storied Telethon
Citing "the new realities of television viewing and philanthropic giving,” the charity announced Friday that it is ending its tradition of televised fundraising epitomized by the iconic annual Labor Day telethon long hosted by Jerry Lewis, USA Today and the Associated Press report.
Met Gala Becomes Top Social Event Under Vogue Editor’s Eye
The New York Times writes about the evolution of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute benefit, which takes place Monday night and has become both a fundraising powerhouse and a centerpiece of New York social life under the leadership of Vogue magazine editor Anna Wintour.
Nonprofits Mobilize in Wake of Deadly Nepal Earthquake
The nation’s status as a popular U.S. tourist destination likely will help boost the response to the crisis.
By Megan O’Neil
Contributor
Planning N.Y. Galas Requires Attention to Detail and Delicate Decisions
The New York Times explores the behind-the-scenes drama behind organizing charity galas, including deciding where to seat guests and asking them for million-dollar gifts,
What to Consider Before Holding a Celebrity Fundraising Event
Bringing a star to your event could attract attention and money — but it could also become a disaster without careful planning. Here’s what to think about.
By Harry A. Freedman
Contributor
More Engaged Couples Request Charitable Donations Instead of Gifts
A small but growing number of people celebrating special occasions are asking loved ones to donate to nonprofits in lieu of presents.
By Megan O’Neil
Contributor
A Legend’s Fundraising Manuscript Rises From the Dust, and Its Lessons Are Still Relevant
A three-ring binder filled by Harold J. Seymour, author of the 1966 classic Designs for Fundraising, was dormant for decades.
By Holly Hall
Contributor