6 Must-Haves for a Successful Peer-to-Peer Program
Arm your volunteer fundraisers with tools they need to bring in donations. Here are some necessities.
By Eden Stiffman
Contributor
Daily News Roundup: New Gates-Omidyar Project to Harness Satellite Data
The “Radiant Earth” effort will gather and analyze satellite imagery for use in tackling humanitarian and environmental issues. Also, inside looks at how Charity: Water deploys data to boost fundraising and why the head of the Metropolitan Museum of Art was forced out.
5 Tips for Nonprofit Leaders to Avoid ‘Mission Creep’
When financial pressure or personal concern makes new causes tempting, remember where your nonprofit’s strengths lie.
By Rebecca Koenig
Contributor
Many Midlevel Donors Are Being Ignored, Report Finds
Nonprofits often lack communication strategies tailored to supporters who make gifts of $1,000 to $5,000.
By Eden Stiffman
Contributor
Daily News Roundup: Top Fla. Lawmaker Targets University Foundations
Spending on salaries and travel by Florida campuses’ fundraising affiliates comes in for legislative scrutiny. Plus, public-broadcasting leaders face a fight for continued federal funding, and a hedge-fund veteran brings high-velocity trading to his family philanthropy.
PayPal Lawsuit Shows a ‘Wild West’ Reality in 3rd-Party Online Fundraising
A donor has sued the company over donations she made in 2016 that have not reached the intended nonprofit groups.
By Rebecca Koenig
Contributor
Building a Rapid-Response Team for When News Breaks
Even small organizations should be prepared to respond quickly to a crisis — or a big fundraising opportunity. Experts explain the key steps.
By Timothy Sandoval
Contributor
Daily News Roundup: Stars Sport ACLU Support in Oscar Fashions
Also, a look at Salesforce’s influential “Pledge 1%" model for corporate giving and the rise of cause gift cards targeting millennial consumers.
Nonprofits Can’t Succeed Unless They Put Facts First
Creating an editorial board, learning to listen to other views, and avoiding information overload are steps charities and foundations can take to restore trust.
By Sarah Moore
Contributor
5 Ways to Raise Money When Donors Are Consumed by Nonstop News
Don’t give up just because your cause isn’t the topic of the moment.
By Rebecca Koenig
Contributor
Trump’s Itchy Twitter Finger Making Charities Uneasy
Communications experts say nonprofits that are worried about the president’s online ire should have a plan to weather sudden tweetstorms.
By Rebecca Koenig
Contributor
In Wake of Travel Ban, Nonprofits See Support Surge
Organizations that serve Muslims and refugees saw big spikes in donations after the president’s controversial executive order. Now they’re waiting to see what’s coming next.
By Timothy Sandoval
Contributor
African Charities Most Likely to Optimize Sites for Mobile Devices, Survey Finds
The poll of nearly 5,000 nonprofits from around the world also found that nearly two-thirds accept online donations.
By Rebecca Koenig
Contributor
Greenpeace Ties Rapid Fundraising Response to Defiant Message
The group’s display of a banner telling people to “resist,” which appeared to hang over the White House, was part of a much bigger behind-the-scenes push to build support — and find new donors.
By Timothy Sandoval
Contributor
How to Pitch Your Nonprofit to the Media
Research, careful wording, and flexible timing can help you get a reporter’s attention.
By Rebecca Koenig
Contributor
New Postal Rates Will Boost Costs for Charities
The changes, which take effect January 22, also include designating standard mail as “marketing mail,” prompting worries that more solicitations will go straight into the trash can.
By Timothy Sandoval
Contributor