Layoffs Hit Nonprofits Too

As the recession takes hold, companies, like Starbucks, Macy’s, Caterpillar, Home Depot, and Sprint Nextel, are announcing big layoffs. Not surprisingly, many charities, such as the ones listed here, are cutting staff too.

• The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles is reducing its staff by 20%
• The Field Museum announced layoffs and pay cuts
• The 92nd Street Y decreased its staff by 10%
• KQED is laying off 30 employees
• American Museum of Natural History is reducing staff by 10%
• The Nature Conservancy is also laying off 10% of its staff