Though misunderstood at first, Doctors Without Borders’ bold decision to stop accepting tsunami-relief donation could help revive public trust in nonprofits.

By Paul Barbagallo

Many donors de-restricted their gifts with little reluctance, Sexton reports, citing a deep admiration for MSF’s mission of providing medical aid to victims of armed conflict, epidemics, and natural and man-made disasters. One donor replied: “I don’t know why I restricted my gift in the first place. I’ve been thinking about giving to MSF, but I’ve been so busy lately.”