2012 Fundraising Outlook Is Bright for Many Charities

As charities seek to wrap up their fundraising campaigns for 2012, a Chronicle of Philanthropy spot check of 125 nonprofits suggests that a majority will see contributions increase this year. Nearly 60 percent of the 71 groups said that they expect 2012 donations to exceed what they raised in 2011. Only about a quarter forecast a decrease, while another 16 percent expect contributions to be about the same this year as in 2011.