Every month, cover stories in The Chronicle bring readers deep analysis of the biggest issues facing philanthropy.
In 2015, our cover stories explored what scientific research is learning about giving; how Silicon Valley is changing philanthropy, and the rapidly shifting world of fundraising, among many other issues.
Below, the year in cover stories:
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Outlook 2015What’s Next for Nonprofits This Year
Trends and ideas to stay on top of, including outsourcing for small groups, training staff in data analysis, average people getting into impact investing, and much more. -
Philanthropy 50
Young Tech Donors Take Leading Role in Philanthropy 50
Twelve of America’s most generous donors, including Jan Koum, the 38-year-old founder of the messaging company WhatsApp, are in Silicon Valley and beyond, and many are under 40. -
News
Tech’s Power for Good
Nonprofits are deploying drones, 3-D printers, and other advanced tools in exciting new ways. -
News
Scientists to Charities: You’re Doing It All Wrong
Researchers say a poor understanding of donor behavior costs nonprofits money. -
News
Online Giving’s Time Has Come, Like It or Not
Many nonprofits see online giving as little more than a gimmick. But it may hold the key to strengthening ties with donors. -
News
Silicon Valley vs. Philanthropy
Charities are clamoring for the support of tech moguls, whose elusive giving patterns may fundamentally change the nonprofit world. -
News
How Recession-Racked Charities Emerged Stronger Than Before
Nonprofit leaders tell how their groups weathered the recession and ended up larger and more solid than before — and what they are doing to prepare for the next downturn. -
News
In Search of Great Fundraisers: Who’s Got the Right Stuff?
With the shortage of fundraisers putting giving goals at risk, nonprofits retool and reimagine the profession. -
News
Seismic Changes Are Ahead for Charities as Americans Age
As the population grows older, charities of all kinds will confront changing needs for services and will need to alter the way they raise money. But few groups are preparing for the inevitable. -
Opinion
Americans Speak Out on Charities
Reports of fraud have soured many people on nonprofits, and sizable percentages criticize charity spending and say leaders are paid too much. Nonprofit experts suggest how to gain the public’s trust. -
News
America’s Largest Charities Raised 5% More Last Year; Donor-Advised Funds Won Big
United Way remains No. 1 among U.S. nonprofits that raise the most from private sources, but Fidelity Charitable is just a sliver behind. -
News
Fundraising Helps Give Endowments a Strong Boost
Big charities aren’t the only ones bouncing back. The Chronicle’s survey of endowments shows that this is a great time for smaller groups as well.
