February 2024
The Chronicle of Philanthropy Volume 36, Issue 4Cover Package
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Work and CareersGen Z Is Open to Nonprofit Careers — but on Their Own Terms
Young workers favor an informal work style and want a tightly defined work schedule. They’re also demanding changes in how organizations operate. -
Work and Careers
Stuck at Home During Covid, Gen Z Started Charities
Nothing has spurred the entrepreneurial spirit of young people quite like the pandemic.
Features
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People
Retiring Philanthropy Leader Was Always ‘a Step or Two Ahead of the Pack’
Crystal Hayling continually challenged conventional wisdom, practicing trust-based philanthropy before it was fashionable. -
Big Gifts
What MacKenzie Scott Wants in a Grantee — a New Analysis Offers Clues
Harvard researchers mined information about the maverick philanthropist’s nearly 2,000 grants to offer the best window yet into the types of organizations she favors. -
Donor Engagement
Create a Smart Annual Outreach Plan to Keep Donors Close — and Boost Giving
Development teams need a road map for staying in touch with supporters if they want to hit fundraising goals in a complicated year.
Departments
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The Face of Philanthropy
‘Billion Oyster Project’ Works to Replace Reefs
New York Harbor once had 220,000 acres of oyster reefs. This nonprofit is working to re-establish them. -
Technology
Fundraisers Reach for A.I. to Boost Productivity
Some tools suggest whom fundraisers should contact when, based on previous giving patterns or evidence of their connection to the organization. -
Advice
The Nonprofit Trust Crisis: Why the Little Stuff Matters
A new how-to guide shows that getting everyday things right can restore confidence in your organization and the social sector. -
Work and Careers
8 Job-Seeking Tips From a Veteran Nonprofit Recruiter
A veteran recruiter of nonprofit leaders offers insights, tips, and pitfalls to avoid when working with a recruiter, or during any hiring process.
Opinion
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Opinion
What I Learned About Donor Power From Trying to Hire Nikole Hannah-Jones
I was dean at UNC-Chapel Hill when a donor pressure campaign blew up the appointment of the 1619 Project author. Clearer donor guidelines would have prevented this. -
Opinion
Politics and Charity in 2024: Why It’s Time to Draw a Hard Line
This year’s election demands greater scrutiny of nonprofits involved in political activities. -
Opinion
Diversity Work Isn’t Working. It’s Time to Consider a New Approach.
Too often, diversity initiatives encourage an us-versus-them mentality. Philanthropy should invest in efforts that unify rather than divide.
