Philanthropists
Charlie Munger, Big Donor and Warren Buffett’s Business Partner, Has Died
The influential investor gave more than $500 million during his lifetime, primarily to build university student housing.
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Fundraising
10 Ways to Engage Donors of All Generations
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Opinion
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What Palestine Needs From U.S. Philanthropy
Donors committed to human rights must stop turning a blind eye to the assault on Gaza. -
The Nonprofit World Should Embrace, Not Fear, Congressional Interest in Donor Transparency
Leading nonprofit associations have rejected efforts to expand the rules governing donor privacy. Their concern is misplaced, and the field’s legitimacy is at stake. -
In the Face of Growing Antisemitism, Silence From Secular Philanthropy Is Unacceptable
The Jewish philanthropic community is in pain. We need our friends and allies to stop equivocating.
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The Philanthropy 50
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The 2022 Philanthropy 50: Who Gives the Most to Charity
The Chronicle’s 23rd annual ranking of America’s biggest donors features a number of people making their debut, including a professional clarinetist and the world’s richest restaurateur. Bill Gates took the top spot by giving $5.1 billion to the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. -
People
Craig Newmark Aims to Protect the Country by Supporting Journalism and Cybersecurity Efforts
The founder of Craigslist donated more than $80 million to his foundation and donor-advised fund last year and plans to give his fortune to charity during his lifetime. -
Philanthropy 50
What’s Next for America’s Biggest Donors
This year’s Philanthropy 50 ranks tops donors by their giving in 2022. Here’s what some of these philanthropists plan to do in 2023 and beyond.
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Fundraising Update
GivingTuesday Donations Flat: $3.1 Billion Raised Again This Year
Plus, donor-advised funds are a bright spot amid down giving. -
Philanthropy Today
Billionaire Charlie Munger, Warren Buffett’s Business Partner, Has Died at 99
Plus, a crisis in nonprofit mentoring; and why nonprofits should build ties with startups -
Philanthropy Today
How MacKenzie Scott’s Giving Has Impacted Charities: Study
Plus, nonprofits hope for big GivingTuesday; and how donors plan end-of-year gifts
Advice
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3 Traps to Avoid in Year-End Fundraising
Anxiety and uncertainty can lead to questionable online fundraising tactics. Don’t adopt these practices, which yield only short-term gains. -
Why — and How — Nonprofits Should Build Ties With StartUps
A founder of several startups offers tips and examples to help you approach startup companies, get them involved, and build long-term relationships and sources of revenue. -
Nonprofits That Can’t Offer All Employees Remote or Hybrid Work Still Have Options
Organizations are offering more time off, flexible scheduling, and other benefits to employees who need to work in-person.
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GivingTuesday Results Are Flat; Nonprofits Raise $3.1 Billion
The number of donors who gave declined by 10 percent compared with last year. -
Why Do They Give? Donors Speak About What Moves Them and How They Plan End-of-Year Donations
Among their motivations: a serious illness of a friend or loved one and showing their children how to help improve their communities and beyond. -
Supporting Nonprofits on GivingTuesday This Year Could Have a Bigger Impact Than Usual
Giving is down, and the number of people making charitable donations is declining, so many nonprofits will be trying to make up the difference. -
Tobacco-Settlement Lawyer Joe Rice Gives $30 Million for Law School Scholarships
Plus, Caltech got $400 million to back science research at other universities; and Perez Art Museum Miami and the Saint Louis Art Museum received big gifts -
Amid ‘Checkout Charity’ Boom, Some Americans Are More Likely to Be Impulse Givers Than Others
Checkout charity appeals most to shoppers younger than 50 and people who earn $35,000 to $99,000 a year. -
Warren Buffett Celebrates Thanksgiving With $866 Million in Donations
The billionaire financier Warren Buffett gave $866 million to his family’s four foundations and provided details about what he plans to do with his fortune when he dies.
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