Jan. 8, 2019

There’s been lots of talk, but the vast majority of foundations are sticking with a century-old, bifurcated model of philanthropy: Money is given away on one side of the house, invested on the other, and never the twain shall meet.

Ruth Shaber, a gynecologist, makes sure her fund’s grants and investments all focused on promoting women’s health.

The foundation has put $1 out of ever $3 in its endowment into companies and other efforts that advance its grant-making mission.

The strategy can do more harm than good, especially for big grant makers, says CEO Larry Kramer.

A microphone in Jennifer Laszlo Mizrahi’s hands is a powerful weapon. At venues across the country she confronts foundation leaders, and sometimes gets them to change course.

The Amazon founder has said little publicly about what motives his philanthropy, but a closer look at Mary’s Place and other early recipients of his giving reveals some common traits of nonprofits he likes.

Barry County’s community fund had just $350,000 when it learned more than a decade ago it could tap at least $43 million for local causes. It’s well on its way to raising that much.

Also, NPR’s CEO is stepping down to take a newly created job leading the network’s upcoming fundraising drive in honor of its 50th anniversary in 2020. Plus, other personnel news.

For the first time, the Chronicle is seeking support from foundations, corporations, and individuals. Transparency will be paramount. Our first grant comes from the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation.

When an employee embezzles money, taking that person to court might result in justice for a nonprofit, but it isn’t necessarily the best way to stay in the good graces of donors, a new study suggests.

The International Dark-Sky Association helps avoid the problems posed by artificial light so astronomers — amateurs and professionals alike — can see the galaxy without a telescope.

Sell donors on giving unrestricted gifts by with clear goals, a grand vision, and storytelling that conveys results.

The daughter of an alcoholic wanted to help youths who had experienced trauma.

Experts share advice to help managers identify wage differences based on gender, work to erase them, and build a hiring process that ensures equal pay.

The president of the Rockefeller Brothers Fund argues that civil society needs help from philanthropy at a fundamental level to deal with potentially catastrophic worldwide developments on multiple fronts.

A growing cadre of entrepreneurial leaders are blazing new paths that meld the ambition, agility, and efficiency of technology businesses with the care, values, and ideals of nonprofits.

Fifty years ago, grant makers had a hand in developing public broadcasting to deliver programs not designed to maximize profits but to provide vital educational, cultural, and news shows. It can follow that same playbook for social media today.