Overhead Isn’t Everything
How donors should think about nonprofit efficiency.
Philanthropy - Articles
Innovative ideas for donors, foundation leaders, and philanthropists (more)
Drowning in Data
Funders are calling for more program evaluation, but nonprofits are often collecting dubious data, at great cost to themselves and ultimately to the people they serve.
A New Take on Tithing
Too often, individuals make decisions about how much money to donate to charitable causes on an ad hoc basis. As a result, many people give less money than they can actually afford.
Hardwired to Help
Both humans and chimpanzees naturally lend a hand.
A Mixed Bag
Variation is the rule when it comes to foundation expenses and compensation.
Capacity by Any Other Name
Donors don’t know much about capacity building, except that they don’t like the term.
Cute and Lucrative
Sidebar to "Crisis Mentality:" some species attract donors more than others.
Choosing Mission Over Money
Sidebar to "Crisis Mentality:" giving for the long term.
Bigger May Not Be Better
Sidebar to "The Hidden Cost of Paradise:" does an organization's size correlate with its effectiveness?
Creating Game-Changing CSR
Sidebar to "Changing the Game:" tips for developing a CSR program.