Advice From a Top Gift Officer: 5 Lessons Learned From a Crisis
Don’t wait too long, do trust volunteer and junior fundraisers, don’t be afraid to discuss an organization’s struggles, and more.
By Drew Lindsay
Senior Editor, Special Projects
4 Steps to Strategic Communications
Develop your message, craft and execute a media plan, be consistent on social media, and keep your donors informed.
By Maura F. Farrell
Contributor
What to Do If a Grant Maker Won’t Call You Back
Be persistent but don’t be a pest, let your reputation speak for itself, and be gracious with grant makers — they’re human, too.
By TYLER NICKERSON
Contributor
The Basics of Measurement: Start Here
Find out questions to ask before you get started, what nonprofit watchdogs are looking for, and much more.
5 Ways Small Nonprofits Can Improve Financial Health
Charities with budgets of $1 million or less face many of the same challenges as similarly sized businesses, but they need not struggle to stay afloat.
By DAVID KING
Contributor
Tips for Mastering Data to Demonstrate Impact
Identify the metrics that matter most, don’t be afraid to show short-term results for long-term goals, and weave your data into stories that resonate with grant makers.
By LISA SCHOHL
Contributor
A Bike-athon Pro Talks About How to Motivate Your Volunteer Fundraisers
Rider Chris McPhee, who has helped raised $700,000 to fight cancer, builds highly committed peer-to-peer teams.
By Heather Joslyn
Contributor
Online Fundraising: How 4 Groups Netted Big Returns With Just the Basics
Simple tools — including thank-you videos and informal email reports — can win the day.
By Heather Joslyn
Contributor
Online Fundraising: 6 Top Social-Media and Peer-to-Peer Efforts
Video that goes viral, a Facebook bonanza, and other digital-age success stories. Plus: tips and tools.
By Heather Joslyn
Contributor
Online Fundraising: 4 Standouts in Crowdfunding and Giving Days
How competition, prizes for all levels of gifts, and a year of planning brought success. Also, the philanthropy battle between Colorado and North Texas.
By Heather Joslyn
Contributor