Why Are Americans Souring on Nonprofits?

Relentless fundraising has something to do with it, says expert Allison Fine. Plus, tips for building trust with your supporters. [Philanthropy Today Logo]( This is a special weekly edition of Philanthropy Today featuring stories and content from [The Commons](. You can also [read this newsletter on the web](. If you no longer want to receive the Philanthropy Today newsletter, [unsubscribe](. Visit [The Commons]( for our latest content, sign up for [The Commons LinkedIn newsletter]( and join the conversation in our [Commons LinkedIn group](. From The Commons ADVICE [Relentless Fundraising Is Eroding Trust in Nonprofits. Here’s How to Fix Things]( By Allison Fine [STORY IMAGE]( Simple strategies to build relationships with supporters and show your organization is worthy of their backing OPINION [How One Word Could Change Philanthropy]( By Leah Hunt-Hendrix [STORY IMAGE]( Embracing the word “solidarity” alongside “justice” and “equity” will help philanthropy rethink what it means to do good. Of the Moment Noteworthy news and items: - Sara Fischer of Axios reports that nonprofit news outlet Chalkbeat is expanding its civic news efforts with [Healthbeat]( which will offer local coverage of public health. Chalkbeat is part of Civic News Company, which also runs Votebeat. - In an appearance on the [PlayFull podcast]( Democracy Fund president Joe Goldman argues: “A healthy democracy is what makes all the other things that philanthropy cares about possible. If you care about education, if you care about the environment, if you care about health care — none of those things work if our political system doesn’t work.” - The Daily Yonder’s Sara Melotte writes about the [Great Wealth Transfer]( and “how rural philanthropists are thinking about how people might invest this money to create healthier communities.” SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHRONICLE [Chronicle of Philanthropy Subscription] Enjoying the newsletter? [Subscribe today]( for unlimited access to nonprofit news and analysis. Webinars [July 18 at 2 p.m. ET | Register Now]( [STORY IMAGE]( It isn’t easy to create holiday appeals that capture donors’ attention during the busiest fundraising time of the year. To get a jump on these critical campaigns and a handle on what to expect this year, join us for Planning a Year-End Fundraising Strategy in the Current Giving Climate. You’ll learn from Skyler Reep of KSPS PBS and Seth Rosen of The American LGBTQ+ Museum as they share real-world appeals, proven approaches, and tips for planning ahead while staying flexible. Editor's Picks FUNDRAISING [Everyday Donors Want to Give. Here’s How to Find Them.]( By Ben Gose and Rasheeda Childress [STORY IMAGE]( It’s challenging to focus on small-dollar contributors when you need money today — but experts say a broad base of support is key for nonprofits’ long-term health. CASE STUDY [Charity:water Breaks a Fundraising Taboo and Talks About Division — Sort of]( By Drew Lindsay [STORY IMAGE]( “These days, it seems so easy to hear opinions of what people are against,” wrote CEO Scott Harrison. “But there’s also something powerful about being for something good.” OPINION [The Exodus of Everyday Donors Is Bad for America. Here’s How to Stop It.]( By Victoria Vrana [STORY IMAGE]( The decline in charitable giving by average Americans threatens democracy. Among the solutions: pooled micro-donations, giving incentives, and a focus on the donor relationship. [Chronicle of Philanthropy Logo]( This newsletter was sent to {EMAIL}. [Read this newsletter on the web](. [Manage]( your newsletter preferences, [stop receiving]( this email, or [view]( our privacy policy. © 2024 [The Chronicle of Philanthropy]( 1255 23rd Street, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20037