Four Traps Foundation Leaders Should Avoid
In the first of a series of columns on running effective foundations, consultants Stephen Isaacs and Paul Jellinek address common leadership pitfalls and how to steer clear of them.
By Paul Jellinek and Stephen Isaacs
How to Get a Charity Job if You Have No Nonprofit Experience
In her latest advice column, nonprofit expert Allison Fine answers a question from a reader who’s having trouble breaking into charity work despite a strong academic background and work experience. In a quandary about your career? Need tips on leadership? Ask Allison.
By Allison Fine
Contributor
Fundraising Advice: Mailing-List Segmentation for Beginners
Splitting supporters into subgroups can help you pinpoint messages, improve programs, and assess what types of appeals and extras work best for which donors.
By Timothy Sandoval
Contributor
4 Tips for Squeezing in More Personal Time
Experts urge setting priorities, learning to say “no,” and establishing personal boundaries to keep the job in perspective.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
7 Reasonably Easy Things You Can Do to Improve Your Proposal
To better your chances of landing that big grant, write from the heart, don’t lecture readers, and find yourself a good editor.
By Martin Teitel
Contributor
5 Musts for Establishing a Major-Gift Program
If you’re just getting started seeking gifts from wealthy donors, begin by preparing your board and inviting volunteers to join campaign committees.
By Emily Lang
Contributor
9 Ways to Ensure Your Vacation Is Really Time Off From Work
Coordinating and communicating with donors and colleagues ahead of time is key to arranging a worry-free escape from the daily grind.
By Rebecca Koenig
Contributor
Coaching Board Members for Advocacy Pays Big Dividends
Trustees’ connections and community clout can be invaluable for the nonprofits they serve, but these assets are often underused. Experts share their secrets on how to motivate board members to make your case to legislators and policy makers.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Questions to Ask When Hiring Fundraisers
Veteran fundraisers offer tips on how to handle interviews with prospective gift officers.
By Drew Lindsay
Senior Editor, Special Projects
Charity leaders and the stars themselves dish about the ins and outs of working with big names to raise big money.
By Megan O’Neil
Contributor