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Economic Outlook and Charitable Behavior

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[INDEPENDENT SECTOR titles appear in bold.]

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America's Most Generous Donors
This annual survey focuses on the gifts and pledges of America's most generous donors.
Source: The Chronicle of Philanthropy, 2003

Annual Survey on Internet Giving
This survey examines online giving data from the nonprofit groups that raise the most money from private sources.
Source: The Chronicle of Philanthropy, 2003

12th Annual Philanthropy 400 Survey
This survey determines which U.S. charities raised the most in donations from individuals, foundations, and corporations.
Source: The Chronicle of Philanthropy, 2003

 
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C

The 21st Century Donor - Emerging Trends in a Changing Market
This survey examines the factors, in addition to the economy, that might be adversely impacting individual giving.
Source: Epsilon, 2002

G

Generosity in America: A County by County Survey 
This study reports on giving by people who make $50,000 or more and itemize deductions on their taxes. The analysis sheds light on how housing, food, taxes, and other costs of living affect the percentage of income donated to charity, and some of the key reasons that people in particular geographic areas give more than those in others. 
Source: The Chronicle of Philanthropy, 2003

Giving in Tough Times: The Impact of Personal Economic Concerns on Giving and Volunteering
This report illustrates the influence of personal economic concern on the giving and volunteering habits of American households.
Source: INDEPENDENT SECTOR, 2003

N

Nonprofit Economic Survey
This survey asked participants to compare contribution levels during the first 9 months of 2003 with contribution levels during the first 9 months of 2002.
Source: GuideStar Philanthropic Research, Inc., 2003

P

Philanthropic Giving Index (PGI) 
This report reveals current trends and future expectations in American philanthropic giving. The PGI measures attitudes about the philanthropic giving climate twice yearly. 
Source: The Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University, 2003

S

The State of Church Giving 
This study tracks church giving.
Source: Empty Tomb, Inc., 2003

Seeking Stability in 2003: The Wirthlin Report
This report explores the current mood of uncertainty and how it will affect charitable giving.
Source: Wirthlin Worldwide, 2003

W

Why the $41 Trillion Wealth Transfer Estimate is Still Valid: A Review of Challenges and Questions
This commentary reviews the validity of the $41 trillion estimate in light of recent economic conditions, as well as several critical challenges.
Source: Social Welfare Research Institute, Boston College, 2003



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