What they need to keep in mind, though, is that many nonprofit organizations are addressing some of the most intractable problems, and conducting an evaluation of the success of a nonprofit can be very costly for an organization. Giving usually follows the performance of the financial markets fairly well. But New Ventures in Philanthropy has done its part to spur giving, too. If there's a downturn in the economy, it will mean misery for so many others and an even greater need for charity. That might draw out the generosity of even more people.
Philanthropists have to think about good times and bad.
I believe their giving will be sustained even in bad times because it's a privilege, a pleasure and a responsibility that doesn't go away. All rights reserved.