The Chronicle of Philanthropy | Pablo Eisenberg

End the 'Witch Hunt’ Approach at Catholic Community-Organizing Fund

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 14:01:00 EDT

The Campaign for Human Development, a Catholic group that provides $8-million a year to charities, has bowed too far to pressure from conservative bishops, casting out groups that have even the remotest association with organizations that oppose church teachings.

The New York Times Was Wrong to Abandon Philanthropy

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 10:00:00 EDT

As one of the last full-time reporters to cover nonprofits is reassigned to business coverage, the news media is no longer doing its job to hold charities accountable.

Fighting Fraud and Promoting Social Equity: a Nonprofit Agenda

Sun, 04 Mar 2012 12:00:00 EST

Charity and foundation leaders need to figure out how to do a better job of serving a society that is divided over class, ideology, and financial scarcity.

Misplaced Giving Priorities of America’s Wealthy

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 09:00:00 EST

At a time when nonprofits are closing and demand for their services is rising, why are rich donors directing their money to causes that are not urgent, such as aiding the National Zoo’s pandas?

A Foundation Leader With Innovation and Risk-Taking in His DNA

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 17:00:00 EST

Owen Lopez's nearly two-decade tenure leading the McCune Charitable Foundation, in Santa Fe, ends this year, but his mark on philanthropy endures.

A Charity Scoundrel’s Death Marks the End of an Era

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 10:00:00 EST

William Aramony, who spent six years in jail for misdeeds as head of United Way of America, was so flagrant in his abuse of power, it was easy for regulators to catch him. Today's scandals are often harder to detect.

Nonprofits Need to Put Aside Self-Interest in Tax Debate

Sun, 16 Oct 2011 13:00:00 EDT

Charities need to push for a more equitable tax system and economic aid that creates jobs, not write-offs for rich donors.

A Case for Nonprofit Regulation

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 11:00:00 EDT

One of America's wealthiest nonprofits, the Milton Hershey School, created by the chocolate entrepreneur, has failed to fix conflicts of interest and other governance issues, pointing to the need for government to step in.

Philanthropy Needs a Leader Who Takes Risks

Sun, 24 Jul 2011 13:00:00 EDT

The Council on Foundations should pick a leader who can provide vision and values for America's grant makers.

'Freedom From Fear’ Awards Show Grant Making at Its Best

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 09:00:00 EDT

Two foundation program leaders decided not to take money they won for their own use—but instead started an ambitious new effort to honor people who aid immigrants and refugees.

Foundation Boards Shouldn't Be Filled Just With Wealthy People

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 15:00:00 EDT

Foundations are the last vestiges of royalty in our society—and unless that changes, they will continue to be staid, unimaginative, and anti-democratic.

Grant Makers Should Rethink Their Agenda to Meet Society’s Needs

Sun, 01 May 2011 13:00:00 EDT

The Council on Foundations' public-policy goals should reflect key issues, like diversity and the amount of money that goes to charity instead of overhead, writes a Chronicle columnist.

Real Leadership Doesn’t Develop in Classrooms

Sun, 17 Apr 2011 13:00:00 EDT

Programs like the Peace Corps and Teach for America are better at building the skills leaders need, writes Pablo Eisenberg, a Chronicle columnist.

Brian O’Connell: A Visionary Leader of the Nonprofit Movement

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 19:00:00 EDT

Mr. O'Connell, who was founding chief executive of the nonprofit coalition Independent Sector, will be remembered for his efforts to help charities and foundations work together to better serve society.

Nonprofits Must Fight Obama’s Cuts in Aid to the Poor

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 18:00:00 EST

The failure of nonprofit leaders to defend government antipoverty programs is a key reason the White House has gotten away with ignoring the plight of the poor, writes Pablo Eisenberg, a Chronicle columnist.

Charities and Grant Makers Should Mobilize Against Guns

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 18:00:00 EST

Nonprofits could muster a force as powerful as the National Rifle Association if they joined together to push for laws that would curb the violence destroying so many communities, writes a Chronicle columnist.

Sargent Shriver’s Nonprofit Legacy

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 11:00:00 EST

R. Sargent Shriver, who died last week at age 95, created federal programs that were the training ground for many of the leaders who built and expanded programs to serve the poor and disenfranchised.

Smithsonian’s Board Failed in Crucifix Controversy

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 12:00:00 EST

The Smithsonian's leadership should not have acted so hastily to remove artwork that offended religious groups and some lawmakers, writes a Chronicle columnist.

Why Are America’s Rich Such Charitable Scrooges?

Fri, 10 Dec 2010 12:00:00 EST

Wealthy foundations and donors should step up to help those who have lost jobs, homes, and basic necessities in the economic downturn, writes Pablo Eisenberg, a Chronicle columnist.

Regulators Need More Political Will to Police Charities

Sun, 31 Oct 2010 14:00:00 EDT

Money and tougher laws will help government officials fight abuses, but they also need a dose of courage.

A Model for All Grant Makers

Sun, 19 Sep 2010 14:00:00 EDT

The New York Foundation's vision, integrity, and willingness to take risks make it one of the best grant makers in the country, writes a Chronicle columnist.

Social Innovation Fund’s Missed Opportunity

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 14:00:00 EDT

The federal Social Innovation Fund got into trouble for lack of transparency. But it also failed to provide money to worthy charities that could make a real difference to needy Americans, writes a Chronicle columnist.

Earmark Process a Threat to Nonprofit Integrity

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 11:00:00 EDT

Questionable nonprofit groups have been created to accept federal money on behalf of corporations, raising new concerns about how lawmakers steer aid to pet projects, writes a Chronicle columnist.

Philanthropy Must Change for the Gates-Buffett Crusade to Matter

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 12:00:00 EDT

It's time for billionaires to give a bigger share of their wealth to charities that serve vulnerable people, writes a Chronicle columnist.

Above the Pay Grade

Sun, 13 Jun 2010 16:00:00 EDT

Nonprofit boards should not follow the lead of the business world when setting executive compensation, argues Pablo Eisenberg, a Chronicle columnist.

A Wasted Opportunity for Foundations and Government

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 12:00:00 EDT

The Obama administration should pressure foundations to give more to charities instead of soliciting money for the Social Innovation Fund, writes Pablo Eisenberg, a Chronicle columnist.