When Swag Backfires
When donor gifts are public, social approbation is reward enough.
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At a Loss for Ethics
Studies show that individuals are more susceptible to corrupt behavior when trying to avoid a loss.
Busy Jobs Send Most Volunteers
Research finds that men in busy jobs are the most likely to donate their time to volunteer.
Saving Lives, Not Just Souls
New research estimates the value of the services provided by faith-based organizations.
Not Racing to Help
Racism may have played a role in the government's delayed response to Katrina.
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Education of the Board
Role ambiguity dampens board member's commitments.
Going Overboard
Are foundations paying trustees too much money?
The Emotions of Aid
“One death is a tragedy; 1 million is a statistic,” Joseph Stalin is supposed to have said. The more people we see suffering, the less we care.
Overhead Isn’t Everything
How donors should think about nonprofit efficiency.
Building a Better Board
How nonprofit board size and independence relate to board performance.