Fundraising

There’s a special section of the NY Times today on giving and charity. Part of the lead article raises the question of whether some tax exempt organizations are appropriate, because it appears that a lot of the donate dollars aren’t tricking down to the poor and those most in need. In other words, some are claiming charity "ain’t what it ...

It is that time of year when prospective donors decide to give before the year is out.  And many these days refer to the Internet for advice on where to give. One of the most used Web Sites by the lay donor prospect is the Charity Navigator, which rates the charities by stars, 4 is best, and by efficiency,. The ...

Distinguished and Major gifts are more easily gotten if it can be shown that the monies will be spent closer to home.  A case in point is a list of expenditure possibilities in California that elicit consideration for large contributions.   Such lists and the donors to fund them could and should be available in all Divisions.  Here are California’s: Lane ...

An article in the LA Times suggests that the ripples from hurricane Katrina may hit NPOs as far away as California. The outpouring of generosity to Katrina survivors and the Red Cross is being diverted from other charitable causes. Already there are signs that the unprecedented generosity directed at victims of Hurricane Katrina is having an effect on nonprofit groups ...