Today’s New York Times contains a special section on giving. Links to some of the stories are below. (For more information and links, check out the Times’ Topics Page on Philanthropy and send questions on charitable giving to giving@nytimes.com)
The spotlight is now on the small giver: High-profile charities are focusing on smaller donations, while new charities are being organized around the principle of modest giving.
Cause-related marketing has become a tougher sell but is in better shape than designer goods.
A charity bankruptcy offers an important lesson: Once given, the money belongs to the organization receiving it.
Nonprofits harness the power of 140-character Tweets and Facebook status updates to recruit volunteers, spread awareness and solicit donations as well as raise money in the virtual world.
Savvy consumers are finding ways to combine giving presents and giving to charity.
To encourage owners to keep their animals, nonprofits are offering food assistance for pets.
The look of galas moves from over-the-top to tasteful for a recession.