The Chronicle of Philanthropy | Advocacy

Charity Enters the Spotlight After It Reviews Apple’s Chinese Suppliers

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 13:00:00 EDT

The Fair Labor Association's investigation marks a new chapter as it seeks to prove that its controversial approach can lead to serious change.

Grant Makers Need to Help Fix American Democracy

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 13:00:00 EDT

Supporting the organizations that provide accurate information and curb the undue influence of money in politics are essential for foundations of all ideological stripes.

Vesper Society Hires Museum Leader as CEO

Sun, 01 Apr 2012 13:00:00 EDT

Miyoko Oshima, a top official at the Japanes American National Museum, will head the San Francisco operating foundation, which supports efforts to promote social justice.

Sex and Satire Help Cancer Charities Promote Breast Screenings

Sun, 01 Apr 2012 13:00:00 EDT

One charity mimicked Madison Avenue tacitics while another mocked nonprofits' heart-tugging appeals.

An Animal Charity’s Slick Musical Product Meets a Legal Waterloo

Sun, 01 Apr 2012 13:00:00 EDT

A North Carolina group got in trouble with the pop group Abba because its video with the group's songs seemed too professional and commercial.

Audubon Hopes Unifying Affiliates Will Help Its Mission

Sun, 01 Apr 2012 13:00:00 EDT

The 107-year-old organization has made sweeping changes under the leadership of David Yarnold to corral affiliates around the country to focus on conservation and fundraising.

Legacies: Rushworth Kidder, Founder of Institute for Global Ethics

Sun, 18 Mar 2012 13:00:00 EDT

The former journalist advised managers on how to exercise the moral courage needed to speak up when they saw ethical problems.

Hilton Prize Honors International Program to Enlist Older People in Advocacy

Sun, 18 Mar 2012 13:00:00 EDT

HelpAge International, the recipient of the $1.5-million award, gets people involved in public-policy debates.

Don’t Blame the Culture Wars for Komen’s Problems

Sun, 18 Mar 2012 13:00:00 EDT

Poor management decisions made in the Planned Parenthood controversy offer lessons to nonprofits of all kinds, say two former charity chief executives.

Antipoverty Organizers Stand Up to President Obama

Sun, 04 Mar 2012 12:00:00 EST

A national effort to stave off federal cuts to community-action agencies has gotten the attention of lawmakers, but challenges remain.

New Study Shows What Works in Charity Advocacy

Sun, 04 Mar 2012 12:00:00 EST

Strong leadership and understanding lawmakers' priorities are essential, according to preliminary findings of research financed by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

Promoting Equality Through Social Media

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 12:00:00 EST

Brian Elliot created Friendfactor, a social-media effort that rallies straight people to advocate for gay marriage and other efforts to fight discrimination against gay people.

Mobile Media Studio Creates Moving Images

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 12:00:00 EST

Laura Deutch created Messages in Motion to help nonprofits in Philadelphia make short videos about important neighborhood concerns.

ACLU’s New Fundraiser to Seek Out Young Donors

Sun, 15 Jan 2012 12:00:00 EST

Mark Wier previously sought donations for the International Rescue Group and several arts and cultural organizations.

State Dept. Official to Head Amnesty International

Sun, 04 Dec 2011 12:00:00 EST

Suzanne Nossel sees "a new sense of possibility about what can be achieved through mass human-rights movements."

Wall Street Protesters Debate Formal Structure

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 12:00:00 EST

The $450,000 that Occupy Wall Street raised in a month has promoted discussions about whether it should seek tax-exempt status or continue to operate loosely.

Lessons From Occupy Wall Street

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 12:00:00 EST

Social-change groups may want to emulate the protest movement's effort to listen to supporters and take risks, nonprofit experts say.

New Effort Spurs Political Activism Among Charity Workers

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 12:00:00 EST

An organization is hoping to encourage nonprofit advocates to plunge into politics and support candidates with solid plans to strengthen charities.

Nonprofits Focus Advocacy Efforts on GOP Hopefuls

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 12:00:00 EST

Most organizations have ignored the lead of advocates in New Hampshire who are confronting candidates with uncomfortable questions about their commitment to charities.

Legal Efforts to Suppress Voting Should Draw Charity Protests

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 12:00:00 EST

Every foundation and nonprofit, regardless of its mission, is hurt when policy makers take steps that threaten democracy.

Watch the Opportunity Nation Antipoverty Conference

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 14:55:00 EDT

Watch the Opportunity Nation meeting in New York, a gathering of nonprofit, political, and business leaders seeking ways to fight poverty.

Philanthropy’s Turn to Occupy Wall Street

Sun, 16 Oct 2011 13:00:00 EDT

Foundations should think about ways to use the clout of their endowments and access to boardrooms to push for changes on Wall Street and in Washington.

Wealthy Donors Seek Public-Policy Changes

Sun, 16 Oct 2011 13:00:00 EDT

Texas philanthropists John and Laura Arnold have hired a veteran political strategist to lead their foundation.

A Thirtysomething Billionaire Couple’s Bold Philanthropy

Sun, 16 Oct 2011 13:00:00 EDT

John and Laura Arnold take on issues like criminal justice and improving schools as they seek to give away a big chunk of their wealth.

A Revolution in Documentaries as Advocacy Tools

Sun, 02 Oct 2011 13:00:00 EDT

New projects pack the emotional punch of film with the power of investigative journalism and social media to influence public policy, writes a Chronicle columnist.

Advocate for Domestic Workers Wins Leadership Prize

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 13:00:00 EDT

The 37-year-old director of the National Domestic Workers' Alliance received Independent Sector's top award for her advocacy victories.