Tips for Getting Gen Xers to Make Planned Gifts
Fundraising experts offer ideas for looking beyond boomers to make pitches for bequests from the next generation.
By Heather Joslyn
Contributor
A Community Fund Tailors Its Appeal to Gen X Donors
In neighborhoods and online, the Denver Foundation works to draw in a cohort committed to hands-on philanthropy.
By HEATHER JOSLYN
Contributor
Words in Action: 4 Videos Inspired by the FrameWorks Institute’s Work
Climate change, addiction treatment, and equity in education funding are among the causes the nonprofit communications think tank has studied. Here are some examples of how its findings are being used to advance public understanding of complex issues.
By HEATHER JOSLYN
Contributor
6 Steps to Attracting More Diverse Donors
Here’s how — and why — you should build an inclusive fundraising strategy and broaden your base of support.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
What You Should Do Before Building a Fundraising Team
Know how much you want to raise, get trustees and staff members ready to help, and have a clear idea of how much your organization can invest.
By Timothy Sandoval
Contributor
A Tech Solution Helps a Busy Charity’s Clients Find Help
Action for Boston Community Development built a computer system to make it easier to navigate its wide variety of social services and locations.
By NICOLE WALLACE
Features Editor
A Fellowship Program Creates Paths to Boosting Diversity at Foundations
By introducing professionals of color to work in the field, a regional network of grant makers aims to make philanthropy more inclusive and effective.
By Shin Yu Pai
Contributor
To Make Program Evaluation More Affordable, Start With Existing Data
Information that is available to the public and free — like crime records and medical statistics — can form the baseline for nonprofit program measurement.
By Rebecca Koenig
Contributor
What to Consider When Moving From University Fundraising to a Smaller Nonprofit
Those who make the jump may find themselves working on a smaller team with fewer resources, but some former higher-ed fundraisers say it can be a good career move.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Smart Questions to Ask Donors Before Seeking Money
Discovering what matters to your donors is key to building a long-term relationship and landing big gifts over time.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor