Small Online Fundraising Events Gain Popularity
Big virtual galas are giving way to small, low-cost events that are helping groups build ties to supporters, raise money, and provide intimate connections to the mission for big and small donors alike.
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor
Public-Philanthropic Effort Aims to Feed the Hungry, Put Restaurant Staff Back to Work
The need for affordable food is increasing at the same time that an estimated 10 million cooks and other restaurant staff are out of work. One Fair Wage — a campaign advocating for a standard living wage for service workers, backed by the nonprofit Alliance for a Just Society — saw untapped…
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor
New Membership Group Aims to Give Women Fundraisers of Color a Seat at the Table
Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy aims to create a national gathering place for women of color to find mentorship, networking, and career advancement, among other resources.
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor
4 Tips From a Consultant Who Critiques Hundreds of Charity Appeals
Avoid long-winded appeals, and don’t worry about donor fatigue.
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor
Most College Fundraisers Think They Will Reach 2021 Fundraising Goals
But many expect it to take as long as a year to make up the revenue they’ve lost since the pandemic began.
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor
Most College Fundraisers Think They Will Reach 2021 Fundraising Goals
But many expect it to take as long as a year to make up the revenue they’ve lost since the pandemic began.
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor
How the 2.4% Gain in Giving Last Year Points to What Will Happen in 2020
Giving was uneven last year, so some nonprofits — like those focused on education and the arts — had a big fundraising cushion before the pandemic hit. We show you how trends in 2019 point the way to what might happen by the end of 2020.
By Emily Haynes and Michael Theis
Covid Dilemmas: Seeking Grants and Capital Campaigns
More than three months into the pandemic and the economic crisis it touched off, nonprofits are still finding their way in an altered landscape. Ask an Expert is here to help.
By Emily Haynes and Eden Stiffman
Islamic Charities Scrambled to Raise Money During a Socially Distanced Ramadan
Much of their budgets often come from donations collected in person during the holy month. This year, many groups moved their fundraising efforts online with mixed results.
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor
College Fundraising Expected to Drop Sharply in Next Few Years
Development leaders say they expect steep declines in big gifts, especially those of more than $1 million.
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor