Fundraising

Medical researchers say UC Irvine is advancing junk science by taking funds from wealthy donors who favor nontraditional therapies.

Donald J. Farish offers a philanthropic suggestion to the billionaire: award transformative gifts to colleges.

Survey of advancement officers finds that they visit with potential donors less than they believe they should, and are evaluated on inputs rather than outcomes.

U of Louisville didn’t try to defend itself over harsh criticisms of its foundation. But when NCAA faulted powerful coach for failing to prevent a prostitution scandal, it was another matter.

As deal to keep Wisconsin Business School name intact approaches its halfway mark, donors consider what it means -- and the changing nature of honoring donors.

Total contributions climbed to $41 billion in 2016 even though gifts from individuals dropped.

Endowment returns fall into the red, averaging -1.9 percent in 2016.