Charitable Giving

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In order for non-profits to make a difference, they must secure continued support from donors.  This means that, in addition to providing services, most non-profits must dedicate time to fundraising.  The IPA projects in this sector are increasing our understanding of what prompts donors to give, and why they may choose one cause over another.

Charitable Giving
Impact of Accountability- GlobalGiving Mentoring
Status: Ongoing
Effect of Matching Ratios on Charitable Giving in the United States
Understanding the impact of matching ratios on donation behavior in the United States
Status: Complete
Comparing Charitable Fundraising Schemes in Germany
In 2002, more than 241 billion dollars were given to charities in the United States, and 75% of charitable giving came in the form of individual donations. Despite the fact that these organizations often depend on the support of outside donors to finance their mission, fundraisers are divided as to the most efficient means of attracting donations. The disagreement arises in part because there is minimal evidence on the relative effectiveness of alternative fundraising schemes.
Status: Ongoing
Measuring Impact
Impact of Accountability- GlobalGiving Mentoring
Status: Ongoing
Product Design
Impact of Accountability- GlobalGiving Mentoring
Status: Ongoing
Behavioral Economics
Impact of Accountability- GlobalGiving Mentoring
Status: Ongoing
Effect of Matching Ratios on Charitable Giving in the United States
Understanding the impact of matching ratios on donation behavior in the United States
Status: Complete
Ecuador
Impact of Accountability- GlobalGiving Mentoring
Status: Ongoing
What is the impact of increased accountability on donor behavior and organizational effectiveness?
Impact of Accountability- GlobalGiving Mentoring
Status: Ongoing
Community Participation
Effect of Matching Ratios on Charitable Giving in the United States
Understanding the impact of matching ratios on donation behavior in the United States
Status: Complete
Comparing Charitable Fundraising Schemes in Germany
In 2002, more than 241 billion dollars were given to charities in the United States, and 75% of charitable giving came in the form of individual donations. Despite the fact that these organizations often depend on the support of outside donors to finance their mission, fundraisers are divided as to the most efficient means of attracting donations. The disagreement arises in part because there is minimal evidence on the relative effectiveness of alternative fundraising schemes.
Status: Ongoing
United States
Effect of Matching Ratios on Charitable Giving in the United States
Understanding the impact of matching ratios on donation behavior in the United States
Status: Complete
How do match offers influence charitable donations?
Effect of Matching Ratios on Charitable Giving in the United States
Understanding the impact of matching ratios on donation behavior in the United States
Status: Complete
Governance & Community Participation
Comparing Charitable Fundraising Schemes in Germany
In 2002, more than 241 billion dollars were given to charities in the United States, and 75% of charitable giving came in the form of individual donations. Despite the fact that these organizations often depend on the support of outside donors to finance their mission, fundraisers are divided as to the most efficient means of attracting donations. The disagreement arises in part because there is minimal evidence on the relative effectiveness of alternative fundraising schemes.
Status: Ongoing
Germany
Comparing Charitable Fundraising Schemes in Germany
In 2002, more than 241 billion dollars were given to charities in the United States, and 75% of charitable giving came in the form of individual donations. Despite the fact that these organizations often depend on the support of outside donors to finance their mission, fundraisers are divided as to the most efficient means of attracting donations. The disagreement arises in part because there is minimal evidence on the relative effectiveness of alternative fundraising schemes.
Status: Ongoing
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