Andrew Simon, the Chronicle’s editor-in-chief, offers a sneak peek at what’s in each new issue. Available exclusively to subscribers, this newsletter gives you perspective on the most important trends and developments we’re following — as well as background on how we report and analyze key issues in the nonprofit world. Delivered once a month. (Subscribers only.)
Newsletter Archive
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April 29, 2025
Trump, Tariffs, Recession Threats: Making Sense of the Chaos
Plus, an outspoken CEO defends nonprofits; and how leaders can boost morale in troubled times -
April 1, 2025
Will the Great Wealth Transfer Live Up to the Hype?
Plus, the 10-year journey of philanthropists Steve and Connie Ballmer; and how nonprofits are raising money amid uncertainty -
March 4, 2025
Meet the Top 50 Donors — Our Annual List
Plus, seven ways to secure corporate support, and how one nonprofit has made donor-advised funds a key part of its fundraising strategy -
Feb. 4, 2025
The Future Is Now for Fundraising
Plus, the Flatwater Free Press explores what the future giving of Warren Buffett’s children might look like. -
Jan. 14, 2025
Trends You Need to Know for 2025
Economic threats, trouble with board members, donor-advised funds for everyday givers, and more -
Dec. 10, 2024
Looking Inward and Gearing Up for Uncertainty
Plus, budget woes that are forcing nonprofits to cut back or close; and common words in philanthropy that can divide people -
Nov. 5, 2024
A Leadership Transition
Plus, how to show your nonprofit’s impact; and if you want to be a leader, learn to raise money first -
Oct. 8, 2024
Meet the New Mystery Donors
Plus, A.I. fundraisers who interact with donors; and events that bring together leaders of groups with different ideologies -
Sept. 10, 2024
Still Overlooked: The Latest on Rural Philanthropy
Plus, $20 million from MacKenzie Scott didn’t save this nonprofit; and 10 ways to make the most from donor data -
Aug. 6, 2024
$17 Billion and Counting: A Glimpse at MacKenzie Scott’s Giving
Plus, simple ways to attract new employees; and how Michael Bloomberg could have improved on his $1 billion gift to Johns Hopkins