The Top 25 Nonprofit Management Tools
Bridgespan interviewed more than two dozen nonprofit leaders and other experts to identify which tools were among the most important to nonprofits.
Former Deputy to Mayor Bloomberg Seeks to Help End Domestic Violence
New head of group founded by Joe Torre, a former Yankees manager, wants to educate young people about the problem.
By Caroline Bermudez
Contributor
Bringing Solar Power to Poor Countries Boosts Health and Finances
The Solar Electric Light Fund is expanding access to clean energy, water, and food and reducing harm to the environment.
By Jennifer C. Berkshire
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Handing Over the Reins: a Charity’s 6-Step System
How Harlem Children’s Zone developed its succession plan and transition.
How Harlem Children’s Zone Spent a Decade Preparing for New Leadership
A key part of the effort: building an endowment before the new CEO took over to reduce fundraising pressures.
By Anne Williams-Isom
Contributor
‘Fortune’ Explores Thiel Foundation’s Support for Nonprofit and For-Profit Start-Ups
Meanwhile, Newsweek examines housing programs that bring together vulnerable people like foster children and military veterans with older people seeking fellowship.
By HEATHER JOSLYN
Contributor
Fundraisers Upbeat About Reaching Money Goals for 2014, but Staffs Are Stretched Thin, Study Says
More than half of groups say they don’t have the resources they need to increase giving, according to a new study.
By Caroline Bermudez
Contributor
How Boards Can Support New Charity Leaders
Boards should clarify roles and ask new chief executives what they need.
Know your own weaknesses and don’t be critical of your predecessor.
Personalized Pitches and Online Appeals Dominate Year-End Drives
Some nonprofits are starting early on their campaigns and pointing donors to results of their giving.
By TOM HELD
Contributor