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Why more nonprofits are borrowing, not just raising money

Why more nonprofits are borrowing, not just raising money

A roundup of resources on how loans and impact investments can help nonprofits grow, weather funding gaps, and expand their reach.

A funders guide to repairing democracy

A funders guide to repairing democracy

Here's a roundup of advice from grant makers and nonprofit leaders on what it will take to bolster America's democratic institutions.

How to create donor events that inspire giving

How to create donor events that inspire giving

Expert advice to help you design donor experiences that deepen connections with supporters and attract gifts.

The nonprofit leader’s guide to keeping good people

The nonprofit leader’s guide to keeping good people

A collection of ways to help you build a positive culture that keeps top talent in the fold.

How Foundation Leaders Are Working to Shift the Power Dynamic

How Foundation Leaders Are Working to Shift the Power Dynamic

A roundup of foundation leaders' insights on how to give well, in their own words.

Harness Data to Tell Stories Donors Remember

Harness Data to Tell Stories Donors Remember

Resources to help you gather the right data, analyze it well, and show impact in powerful, easy-to-digest ways.

What Giving USA’s Latest Numbers Mean for Fundraisers

What Giving USA’s Latest Numbers Mean for Fundraisers

Here's a roundup of tools to help you pick the findings that matter most and put them to work.

How to Build Loyalty With Younger Donors

How to Build Loyalty With Younger Donors

What you can do to earn the trust of Generation Z and Millennial donors — and why the long-term strategy pays off.

The Art of Securing Major Gifts

The Art of Securing Major Gifts

How to identify major-donor prospects, build lasting relationships, and attract gifts that can reshape your future.

Mergers Can Save Nonprofits. Here’s How to Get One Right.

Mergers Can Save Nonprofits. Here’s How to Get One Right.

A practical guide to knowing when a merger makes sense, finding the right partner, and navigating the road ahead together.