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Allison Fine criticizes DonorsChoose for allowing donors the option to earmark part of their donation for administrative costs. I think the problem is with the general mindset around admin costs and that DonorsChoose is creatively doing their best.
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This is a great example of for-profit folk not understanding the cultural context of the nonprofit sector. Plus, I love the title.
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An interesting new “philanthropic brokerage” firm.
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