The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MAY 12, 2025

Three experts explain how to get to know foundation program officers and best position your nonprofit to secure flexible funding. By M.J. Prest Getty Images Three experts explain how to get to know foundation program officers and best position your nonprofit to secure flexible funding.

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Foundations Nonprofits 178

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MAY 12, 2025

Growing into one of the most powerful institutions in global health, the foundation drew acclaim and criticism. By Thalia Beaty, Associated Press Seth Wenig, AP photo Bill Gates, Melinda Gates and Warren Buffett speak to the media during a press conference in 2006 in New York. Growing into one of the most powerful institutions in global health, the foundation drew acclaim and criticism.

Health 255

Health Philanthropy Associations Foundations 255

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MAY 12, 2025

The donation from Jon and Mindy Gray is aimed at addressing Israels physician shortage and at helping underserved students become doctors. By Maria Di Mento Yuval Yosef Mindy and Jon Gray attend an event in their honor as Tel Aviv University announces the new Gray Faculty of Medical & Health Sciences. Plus, USC Shoah Foundation landed $30 million to endow the Holocaust remembrance organizations efforts to collect and preserve thousands of Holocaust survivor testimonies from around the world,

Medical 155

Medical Universities Health Foundations 155

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MAY 9, 2025

In an interview, the philanthropist discusses sunsetting his foundation, the Giving Pledge, and recent cuts in aid. By Thalia Beaty, Associated Press Evan Vucci, Associated Press Somebody should try and pay more taxes than I did, and save more lives than I did, and give more money than I did, and be smarter than Ive been, Bill Gates said in an interview.

Associations 244

Associations Foundations 244

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MAY 9, 2025

Two nonprofit executives tried a different approach to professional development. Here are five key things they learned. By Ben Berger and Shuki Taylor Getty Images 5 key lessons from an experiment in professional development for high-level executives.

Nonprofits 270

Nonprofits 270

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MAY 9, 2025

A 'podcast appearance' by the father of modern philanthropy exposes the urgent need to let go of his teachings. By Dimple Abichandani Illustration by The Chronicle A 'podcast appearance' by the father of modern philanthropy exposes the urgent need to let go of his teachings.

Philanthropy 140

Philanthropy 140

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MAY 8, 2025

The 73-year-old practitioner of "acupuncture philanthropy" will step down next year, in part to make way for a younger leader to work with the sixth generation of Rockefellers on the grant maker's board. By Drew Lindsay LENIN NOLLY, Sipa USA via AP Stephen Heintz joined the board as the fifth generation of the Rockefeller family was joining the board, and he leaves as the sixth generation takes over.

Philanthropy 208

Philanthropy 208

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MAY 7, 2025

A conversation with two leaders of a national effort to strengthen democracy by improving life in rural communities. By Chronicle Staff A conversation with two leaders of a national effort to strengthen democracy by improving life in rural communities.

Collaborations 130

Collaborations 130

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MAY 7, 2025

Separating DAF sponsors that administer mass donations say, workplace giving programs from national sponsors like Fidelity Charitable or Schwab led to very different average account sizes and payout rates. By Rasheeda Childress Separating DAF sponsors that administer mass donations say, workplace giving programs from national sponsors like Fidelity Charitable or Schwab led to very different average account sizes and payout rates.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MAY 6, 2025

The company purchased the fundraising platform Classy three years ago and has integrated the two services into GoFundMePro. By Rasheeda Childress Getty Images The company purchased the fundraising platform Classy three years ago and has integrated the two services into GoFundMePro.

Nonprofits 182

Nonprofits Fundraising Fundraising 182

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MAY 6, 2025

Buffett expresses his generosity by donating to foundations run by others. As of September 2024, he had given $55 billion. By John M. Longo Warren Buffett is surrounded by press and fans as he arrives at Berkshire Hathaways 2019 annual shareholders meeting in Omaha, Neb. Buffett expresses his generosity by donating to foundations run by others. As of September 2024, he had given $55 billion.

Foundations 193

Foundations 193

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MAY 6, 2025

Funding a 'Democracy Corps' national service program would ensure valuable expertise doesn't go to waste. By Michael Jarvis and Dean Jackson Getty Images/iStockphoto Funding a 'Democracy Corps' national service program would ensure valuable expertise doesn't go to waste.

Philanthropy 272

Philanthropy 272

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MAY 6, 2025

Vanessa Priya Daniel, a funder and organizer who interviewed 45 women of color for her new book, talks about the superpowers that help leaders achieve victories. She also discusses how leaders and funders can get rid of the obstacles that too often prevent women of color from thriving at nonprofits.

Leadership 113

Leadership Nonprofits 113

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MAY 5, 2025

The donation from UCLA alumna Shirley Wang and her husband, Walter, supports a holistic approach to treating gastrointestinal disorders. By Maria Di Mento Walter and Shirley Wang UCLA alumna Shirley Wang and her husband, Walter, committed $25 million to the school. Plus, the National Academy of Sciences received $20 million, Agnes Scott College got $15 million, and three other universities received eight-figure gifts.

Health 147

Health Universities 147

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MAY 2, 2025

Expert advice to help you build a monthly giving program that delivers, from setting up the systems and tools youll need to finding potential donors and ensuring they stick around. By Lisa Schohl Getty Images Expert advice to help you build a monthly giving program that delivers, from setting up the systems and tools youll need to finding potential donors and ensuring they stick around.

Health 234

Health 234

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MAY 1, 2025

Digital donations are dropping in the wake of the president's tariffs. Experts weigh in on whether charities should back off appeals or push ahead with ambitious campaigns. By Ben Gose Getty Images Digital donations are dropping in the wake of the president's tariffs. Experts weigh in on whether charities should back off appeals or push ahead with ambitious campaigns.

Fundraising 295

Fundraising Fundraising 295

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MAY 1, 2025

Charities are legally permitted to lobby more than their leaders may realize. A law professor tells you how. By Roger Colinvaux Getty Images Charities are legally permitted to lobby more than their leaders may realize. A law professor tells you how.

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Law 277

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 30, 2025

The organization behind the annual post-Thanksgiving generosity extravaganza wants to help nonprofits and foundations create drives nationwide to help groups raise cash and earn trust. By Drew Lindsay GivingTuesday In northern Michigan, the Copper Shores Community Health Foundation raised more than $1 million last year through a community campaign.

Foundations 295

Foundations Health Fundraising Fundraising 295

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 30, 2025

Elite universities have alienated many Americans, leaving these institutions vulnerable to government attacks. The social change world is next. By Eboo Patel Icon Sportswire via AP Images Elite institutions such as Harvard University face an uphill climb to maintain public support. Elite universities have alienated many Americans, leaving these institutions vulnerable to government attacks.

Universities 157

Universities Governance Nonprofits 157

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 28, 2025

Peter and Bonnie McCauslands donation will back paid internships, neuroscience research programs, and faculty fellowships. By Maria Di Mento University of South Carolina Peter and Bonnie McCausland unveil the newly-renamed McCausland College of Arts and Sciences at the University of South Carolina. Plus, a law school in Nebraska landed $2 million to enhance holocaust and international justice studies, and several other universities and a medical center in Hawaii received big gifts.

Medical 208

Medical Universities Law 208

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 28, 2025

Donor-advised funds are growing in popularity, but many nonprofits still dont focus on DAF donors in their outreach. Here are key steps to attract more gifts from them. By David L. Wheeler Getty Images Make it easy for these valuable supporters to give, and more advice from experts.

Nonprofits 244

Nonprofits 244

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 28, 2025

New reports detail fundraising woes, but do the crises of the moment represent an opportunity to rebuild the donor base? By Rasheeda Childress Getty Images This year's federal funding cuts are devastating many nonprofits. But it appears the sector was taking hits even before 2025.

Fundraising 252

Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofits 252

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 25, 2025

Think creatively about what you can do, use AI tools wisely, and more tips from experts. By Lois M. Baron Getty Images Think creatively about what you can do, use AI tools wisely, and more tips from experts.

Marketing 252

Marketing Marketing Nonprofits 252

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 25, 2025

Sitting on the sidelines isnt an option as immigrant advocates are targeted. By Jazmn Chvez Aaron M. Sprecher, AP A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent in New Orleans. Sitting on the sidelines isnt an option as immigrant advocates are targeted.

Philanthropy 272

Philanthropy 272

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 24, 2025

Donors rattled by the stock market volatility and gloomy economic forecasts may be hesitant to give. But that doesnt mean they won't, say experts. By Rasheeda Childress Getty Images Donors rattled by the stock market volatility and gloomy economic forecasts may be hesitant to give. But that doesnt mean they wont, say experts.

Marketing 210

Marketing Marketing 210

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 23, 2025

In word and deed, the pontiff preached a gospel of pluralism that is illuminating for advocates working to bring Americans together. By Eboo Patel Vatican Media via AP Pope Francis poses for a photo after washing the feet of Muslim, Christian, and Hindu refugees during an Easter Week Mass with asylum-seekers at a shelter in Castelnuovo di Porto, outside Rome, in 2016.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 23, 2025

The results of a new poll send mixed messages to fundraisers concerned about a "generosity crisis." By James Pollard and Amelia Thomson-Deveaux, Associated Press Charlie Neibergall, AP photo Some 40% of U.S. adults reported donating to a religious institution, such as a church, mosque or synagogue. Above, a service at the First Church of God in Des Moines, Iowa.

Associations 227

Associations Fundraising Fundraising 227

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 23, 2025

Local nonprofit leaders in Republican districts need to speak out against proposed changes and ensure lawmakers understand the consequences. By Steve Taylor Architect of the Capitol Local nonprofit leaders in Republican districts need to speak out against proposed changes and ensure lawmakers understand the consequences.

Law 259

Law Nonprofits 259

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 22, 2025

The law permits most colleges and universities to increase spending from their endowments in light of financial pressures, the author argues. By Ellen P. Aprill Charles Krupa, AP photo Harvards endowment totaled more than $53 billion in 2024. Above, visitors at the statue of John Harvard at the school. The law permits most colleges and universities to increase spending from their endowments in light of financial pressures, the author argues.

Universities 149

Universities Law 149

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 22, 2025

Vera's experience is a 'harbinger' for the rest of the nonprofit world, says Nicholas Turner, president of the criminal-justice reform organization. By Alex Daniels Vera Institute of Justice Nick Turner, president of the Vera Institute of Justice. Vera's experience is a 'harbinger' for the rest of the nonprofit world, says Nicholas Turner, president of the criminal-justice reform organization.

Nonprofits 316

Nonprofits 316

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 21, 2025

The gift from L.A. philanthropists Gene and Mindy Stein aims to help young children with complex medical conditions navigate mental health challenges. By Maria Di Mento Childrens Hospital Los Angeles Mindy and Gene Steins gift will support a program that provides trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, infant-family mental health screenings and treatment for infants and toddlers receiving specialty medical care at the Childrens Hospital Los Angeles.

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Children Health Medical Universities 193

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 18, 2025

Attorneys who specialize in nonprofit law and freedom of speech weigh in the presidents battle with the university. By Gabriela Aoun Angueira and Thalia Beaty, Associated Press AP photo Students, faculty and members of the Harvard University community rally on April 17. Attorneys who specialize in nonprofit law and freedom of speech weigh in the presidents battle with the university.

Law 193

Law Universities Associations Nonprofits 193

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 16, 2025

A new campaign seeks $20 million for groups standing up as the White House undermines the rule of law. By Joe Goldman and Skye Perryman Getty Images Across the political spectrum, many Americans are anxious about the countrys future.

Law 289

Law Nonprofits 289

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 16, 2025

By M.J. Prest New York Genome Center/John Abbott Photography The New York Genome Center is an independent, nonprofit academic research institution that serves as a multi-institutional hub for collaborative genomic research. Plus, the 1803 Fund pledged $75 million to Oregon groups that serve Black youths, and the Bezos Earth Fund and the Global Methane Hub will give $27.4 million to lower methane emissions through livestock breeding programs.

Collaborations 135

Collaborations Nonprofits 135

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 14, 2025

By Jim Rendon Taylor Callery for the Chronicle Since last spring, when she left the Gates Foundation, she's written another book and announced a billion dollars in new funding discovering creative ways to support women and inspiring more of them to give.

Foundations 241

Foundations 241

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 14, 2025

The donation from James and Patricia Anderson will back engineering programs and help recruit more faculty and Ph.D. students to the universitys engineering school. By Maria Di Mento Wayne State University James and Patricia Anderson gave Wayne State University $50 million to support programs in the College of Engineering, which will be renamed for them.

Universities 149

Universities Recruitment Communication 149

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 14, 2025

After Edward Blum's complaint to the IRS about the Gates Foundation's "illegal" scholarship program for students of color, the Seattle philanthropy giant said it would change the scholarship's eligibility criteria to include all races. By Alex Daniels Susan Walsh/AP After Edward Blum's complaint to the IRS about the Gates Foundation's "illegal" scholarship program for students of color, the Seattle philanthropy giant said it would change the scholarship's eligibility criteria to include all race

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Philanthropy Foundations 305