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Philanthropy

Professional Altruism Is Harder than It Looks

If you've spent any time as a social entrepreneur or running a non-profit, you've had a conversation with a foundation program officer. If you've spoken with more than one program officer, you no doubt have had at least one bad experience. I could spend several posts developing a taxonomy of program officers you'd rather not deal with...ever.

But hard as it may be to muster after several negative encounters, program officers deserve our sympathy... (continue reading this blog post)

Philanthropy

A Revolution in Foundation Transparency

Hot on the heels of rolling out real time tracking of foundation grants in support of Haiti, the Foundation Center has quietly launched a new project with the whimsical name Glass Pockets.

With a mission to “bring transparency to the world of philanthropy” Glass Pockets offers reports on how transparent large, well known foundations are… (continue reading this blog post)

Philanthropy

Donor, Dearest

Times are tough for old-line causes, but let’s be frank. It’s not just the economy that’s beating up today’s traditional charities. Donors are, too.

Truth is, donors have never been so fickle, nor so ambivalent… (continue reading this blog post)

Philanthropy

Of Kids and Dogs

As charitable causes are brought to the forefront by the release of movies like Slumdog Millionaire, questions of how intent should impact charitable decisions arise.

Philanthropy

Research: Why No Dimes Online

Government

Research: Saving Lives, Not Just Souls

Philanthropy

Nau and Again

Nonprofits

Brandeis Betrays Its Givers

"To survive the deepening financial crisis, nonprofits must work harder than ever to earn and keep the trust of their givers."

Philanthropy

The Disappearance of Yet Another Painless Way to Give

As the economy continues to shrink, individuals will need to make a more conscious effort to give.

Nonprofits

A Modest Proposal for Nonprofit Lobbying

The author suggests that nonprofits seek lobbying help from corporations that are limited in the cash they can offer.