People around the world want to help the Philippines. But what’s the best way to donate after disaster strikes?

In an age of slashed state university budgets, UCLA Chancellor Gene Block calls Geffen's gift "visionary."

Charitable giving adds up to 2 percent of real gross domestic product, down from a recent peak of 2.3 percent in 2001.

Last year, Americans gave at nearly pre-recession levels.

December is a big month for charities, and even in tough times, Americans are giving to those in need.

Micro grants turn a tiny amount of donated money into something big. Commentator Jennifer 8 Lee describe how it works.

Charities are using Groupon to solicit, collect and match donations.

One organization is using small grants to create projects throughout the world. It's an example of microphilanthropy.

As part of our philanthropy series, we take a look at how we think about giving.