article thumbnail

Billionaire David Duffield Gives Alma Mater $100 Million

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

The donation will expand the footprint of Cornell University's School of Electrical and Computer Engineering. By Maria Di Mento Jason Koski/Cornell Marketing Group David Duffield talks with Cornell Engineering dean Lance Collins, as Duffield is presented with the inaugural Cornell Engineering Distinguished Alumni Award in 2018.

article thumbnail

How Government Grants Are Changing Grant-Making Policies

GrantNews

To illustrate, On January 5, 2023, the bipartisan supported Food Donation Improvement Act (FDIA) was signed into law. Workforce Funding for Engineering – Grants to integrate professional skills, improve departmental culture, and generally strengthen the skills and knowledge of students to successfully join the workforce.

Policy 106
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

What is Online Fundraising? A Digital Way Nonprofits Can Increase Support

Blackbaud

Quick Definition Online fundraising is the process of raising donations for a cause, project, or organization through digital platforms such as websites, social media apps, and email campaigns. How Do Organizations Collect Donations Online? And a well-designed donation page is key. It’s also how donors prefer to support.

article thumbnail

Sharing Donor Stories on Your Nonprofit Website: 4 Tips

Ann Green's Nonprofit

Fox Foundation website includes donor stories that cover all types of giving, including supporters who participated in peer-to-peer fundraising, donated through their estates, gave in tribute to their loved ones, and more. You can incorporate shorter snippets or features on pages like your online donation page or ways to give page.

Nonprofit 297
article thumbnail

U. of San Diego Lands $75 Million for STEM Programs

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

The donation from San Diego philanthropist Darlene Shiley will pay for a new building and expand science, technology, engineering, and math programs at the private Catholic university. veterans and their families will benefit from a new $25 million donation from the founder of Craigslist.

article thumbnail

$400 Million to Columbia U. in Boom Year of Medical School Megagifts

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Roy and Diana Vagelos's latest donation expands the medical school's mission to advance treatment for diseases. By Maria Di Mento Charles Manley Diana and Roy Vagelos’s gift will support programs in cell engineering and gene therapy.

article thumbnail

8 Incredible Tips to Ask for Donations in Person

Qgiv

The internet — and even phones, to some extent — have produced a certain amount of anonymity when it comes to asking for donations and making contributions. However, sometimes you need to ask for donations in person at fundraising events or other functions. It can be a stressful and time-consuming endeavor.

Donation 105