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Individual Giving

 

Ideas to help individual donors and philanthropists be more effective

 

Care Begets Caring

People who feel secure are more apt to be altruistic.

By Shirley Wang | Spring 2006
 

Donor, Heal Thyself

Donor fatigue is ultimately rooted in givers' own reluctance to invest in the future.

By Paul C. Light | Winter 2005
 

You Can’t Do That!

A venture philanthropist's experience with reforming education.

By Laura Lauder | Summer 2005
 

Review: Building Donor Loyalty

New book reveals what makes donors tick.

Reviewed By Mal Warwick | Summer 2005
 

Along the Generational Divide

Younger donors of color differ from their elders when making philanthropic choices.

By Alana Conner Snibbe | Summer 2005
 

Donor Satisfaction

The importance of social identity in giving.

By Rosanne Siino | Spring 2004
 

Altruism in Disguise

Gifts are not an incentive for donors to give, they're an excuse.

By Vinay Jain | Winter 2003
 

The Incredible Shrinking Donor Base

When nonprofits join forces, individuals give less to the cause.

By Rosanne Siino | Summer 2003
 

Love, Honor, and Don’t Bargain

When couples haggle over charity, total giving drops.

By Andrew Nelson | Summer 2003