Tag Archives: Efficiency

Traditional Fundraising vs. Transformational Giving, Part III: The Distinguishing Characteristic is Morality

Posted on November 19, 2010 by Pastor Foley

What is the distinguishing characteristic of Transformational Giving (TG)? Like the smell of burnt gunpowder following the firing of a rifle, what is the sign that TG has definitely occurred? What is its unique signature that cannot be replicated by … Continue reading →

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What’s The Best Donation You Ever Made Through a Nonprofit?

Posted on August 18, 2010 by Pastor Foley

The folks at WiseBread are running a contest where readers write in to identify the best purchase they ever made in their life. While I was initially simultaneously transfixed and unnerved by readers responses to date–“6 years of school” and … Continue reading →

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Affiliation vs. Investment: Why Donors Don’t Do More Research Before They Give

Posted on August 2, 2010 by Pastor Foley

Much to-do (rightfully) these days about Hope Consulting’s report,  Money for Good: The US Market Opportunity for Impact Investments and Charitable Gifts from Individual Donor and Investors. Upshot of the report from the standpoint of Elie at GiveWell (quoting the … Continue reading →

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