March 2024
The Chronicle of Philanthropy Volume 36, Issue 5Cover Package
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The Philanthropy 50: an Exclusive Chronicle Ranking of Who Gives the Most to Charity
Former New York mayor Michael Bloomberg gave $3 billion to charity last year to take the top spot. -
Philanthropy 50
The Next Generation of Big Donors Favors Causes Over Institutions
Racial justice, the environment, and scientific research are getting an influx of money from wealthy people seeking tangible change. -
Philanthropists
MacKenzie Scott: Look for a More Active Year After a Quiet 2023
More clues about where the billionaire’s giving is headed may emerge as early as this month when the winners of her first call for proposals are announced. -
Fundraising
What Do Donor Revolts Mean for Fundraising?
Nonprofits may face a new set of demands over naming rights and other issues. -
Top Donors: Where They Live, Where They Give, and More
Find out the states that have the most big donors and which causes benefit the most. -
Top Donors’ Giving to and From Their Foundations and DAFs
Some of America’s biggest donors gave primarily to their foundations or donor-advised funds last year. Here is a sampling of how much those giving vehicles received and how much they awarded to nonprofits in 2023. -
Which ‘Forbes 400' and ‘Giving Pledge’ Billionaires Gave Big
Only a sliver of the wealthiest Americans gave enough to make our Philanthropy 50 list. -
Philanthropy 50
Michael Bloomberg Tops the List of America’s Biggest Donors in 2023
The 50 donors gave a median of $100 million and a total of $11.9 billion.
Features
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Work and Careers
The Empty C-Suite: Nonprofit Executives Are Leaving to Become Consultants
Finding their replacements isn’t easy — and often costs far more than organizations expect. -
Careers and Work
How to Choose Consultants — and Get the Most From Them
Bringing on a consultant is not as simple as it seems. Here are a few tips to get it right. -
Trends
Futurism Is Having a Moment in Post-Pandemic Foundation Strategy
Forecasting tools can help foundations prepare for climate and demographic change, emerging technologies, and threats to democracy.
Departments
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The Face of Philanthropy
Where Theater Is Resistance
The Theater Offensive has nurtured the talent of young LGBTQ artists, playwrights, and performers for more than three decades. -
Fundraising
Stop Treating Donors Like ATMs: Here’s How
Simple steps to get off the hamster wheel of transactional fundraising and move toward relational fundraising. -
Social Media
Dogs, Octopuses, and Cash: Two TikTok Fundraising Success Stories
Animal organizations have turned to the popular video-sharing platform to connect with fans and raise money. -
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.
Opinion
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Opinion
Racial Justice Programs Under Fire: Foundations Are Running Scared When They Should Double Down
Perceived legal threats following the Supreme Court affirmative action ruling are causing grant makers to backslide, fueling notions that racial justice work is discriminatory or illegal. -
Fundraising
Stop Treating Donors Like ATMs: Here’s How
Simple steps to get off the hamster wheel of transactional fundraising and move toward relational fundraising.
