July 10, 2018

Data science has the power to transform nonprofit work. Leaders are thrilled by the opportunity to scour vast amounts of data for connections but unnerved by the prospect of data tainted by bias and unseen algorithms deciding who gets services. For our July cover package, the Chronicle examines how philanthropy is grappling with what it means when machines take on tasks that humans usually to do.

The late Buffalo Bills owner Ralph Wilson Jr. wanted his 10-figure gift spent within 20 years. His foundation is winning praise for its approach to building a philanthropic legacy that will long outlast the cash.

By freeing up staff, advanced technology could give humans more time to build personal ties with supporters.

Evan Feinberg spent years playing hardball politics. Now, with grants from Charles Koch and other conservative donors, he’s running a nonprofit that aims to bring people together to alleviate poverty.

Advanced technology is helping nonprofits track endangered animals, fight sex trafficking, and reunite refugees after years of separation.

Technologies being tested today could transform nonprofits. But what happens when charity loses some of its human element?

Also, World Vision U.S., Earthjustice and Taproot hire new leaders.

Grant makers are building new organizational structures and creating new roles to elevate the voices and talents of all staff members in program and spending decisions.

San Diego-based Workshops for Warriors provides training for hot jobs in welding, machining, and advanced manufacturing.

As parks, libraries, community centers, and other places fall into disrepair, it’s harder for urban residents to connect and build the ties they need to push for change.

The extraordinarily high death toll in the wake of the storm due to a lack of electricity, health care, and safe drinking water makes the need to reimagine long-term disaster recovery all the more urgent.

Party-line blockades of judicial nominations have become commonplace, threatening a basic part of how our democracy is supposed to work. Philanthropy can draw attention to the looming threat and nurture solutions.

Charitable support increased in dollar terms for the fourth straight year, according to the newly released “Giving USA 2018" report, but there are warning signs ahead in donor trends, tax changes, and trade-war threats.

Billionaire Craig Newmark says his donation to the City University of New York’s graduate journalism program is part of a campaign to counter fake news and “bad actors” who are undermining democracy.

We asked successful big-gift fundraisers what techniques they use when requesting big gifts. Here’s what they say.

Proponents say the change can lead to big gains in results, but it also has meant job losses for employees previously deployed to the field from nonprofits’ headquarters.

“Leave your ego at the door” and other tips from a philanthropist.

Experts shine a light on subtle ways prejudice creeps into hiring and offer advice on attracting a more diverse pool of candidates.