A Model for Expanding Monthly Giving
Charity: Water adapted a strategy created for startups that offer subscription services to attract monthly donors, keep them engaged, and motivate them to recruit others.
By LISA SCHOHL
Contributor
Preventing Sexual Harassment and Promoting Gender Equity: 5 Ways to Get Started
Go beyond compliance and create a safe workplace culture by developing policies, emphasizing accountability, and diversifying your leadership team.
By Katie Leonberger
Contributor
6 Things to Know if Your Nonprofit Is Considering Becoming a Fiscal Sponsor
Serving as a fiscal sponsor can help incubate new projects to serve an established nonprofit’s mission. Before you let others use your tax-exempt status, learn about the risks involved.
By Alex Daniels
Contributor
Readers Share Their Favorite Nonprofit Books
‘Lean Impact’ and “Decolonizing Wealth’ are among the titles helping people in the nonprofit world keep on top of trends and ideas influencing philanthropy and social change.
By Margie Fleming Glennon
Chief Content Officer
How to Identify Donors With the Greatest Potential to Give
A college fundraising executive uses a data-driven strategy to zero in on supporters who can make large gifts and build strong ties with them.
By LISA SCHOHL
Contributor
Lessons for Charity Leaders From EducationSuperHighway
Evan Marwell, who started a nonprofit designed to expire after eight years with its mission complete, says his approach can have impact and excite donors.
By HEATHER JOSLYN
Contributor
8 Core Responsibilities for Strong Leaders
Many leaders get bogged down in the day-to-day running of an organization. But strong leaders focus on high-level responsibilities and delegate the rest. Here are some strategies to keep your eye on the big picture.
By Zack Bodner
Contributor
4 Myths of Nonprofit Communication That May Be Costing You
Bucking conventional wisdom can help you attract donors who believe in your mission and share your priorities.
By MARYANNE DERSCH
Contributor
Hard Times, Hard Decisions: 7 Things Small and Midsize Charities Should Do When a Recession Looms
With economists warning of an economic downturn, nonprofits and experts talk about what charities should do now to weather the storm.
By Drew Lindsay
Senior Editor, Special Projects
How to Say No to Grant Seekers
Grant makers who have to turn down requests on a regular basis say it’s an art form — you need to be sensitive but also firm. Here are their tips.
By PAGE SNOW
Contributor