Blog
Andrew Belton – Overhead is Not a Dirty Word
Andrew Belton discusses the need for funders to provide known overhead costs so that nonprofits can operate.
Amanda Babine, Hannah Jacobson – Background Data for Funding
Amanda Babine and Hannah Jacobson discuss program data collection and evaluation to convince funders of your nonprofit's value.
Russell Dennis – 5 Questions Successful Fundraisers Can Answer
Russell Dennis discusses the five critical questions that your nonprofit must be able to answer prior to successful fundraising.
Steven Sawalich – The Importance of Giving Back
Steven Sawalich discusses the five factors that allow nonprofits to do valuable work, be transparent, and showcase success.
Vicki Brannock – Reinventing Philanthropy for Millennials
Vicki Brannock describes the rules for marketing compelling fundraising that is directed at Millennials.
Adam Grant – Givers, Takers, Matchers, and Reciprocity Rings
Adam Grant discusses how reciprocity rings within or between organizations can teach takers and matchers to become more successful givers.
Rob Sheehan – Creating Vision in an Ever-Changing World
Rob Sheehan says organizations should create visions of what their organization would look like if they could have it any way they wanted.
Leah Eustace – Philanthropy: From Diversity to Inclusion
Leah Eustace discusses the importance of asking for donations from diverse groups, many of whom say they would give if they were asked.
Devin Thorpe – Giving for Impact: the Parable of the Star Thrower
Devin Thorpe discusses the original star thrower story and explains how, since every person matters, we can find a way to save them all.
Philip B. Auerbach – Achieving Diversity through Language
Philip Auerbach discusses the importance of working with translators to assist in connecting with your nonprofit client base.