Nonprofits can take advantage of new free, Web-friendly fonts to make sure their online communications match the image they want to convey.
By MATTHEW SCHARPNICK
Contributor
Holiday Giving Traditions—With a Focus on Fun
Ways to inject some festivity and laughs into year-end giving—including one woman’s annual stealth gift, a custom her friends have continued.
By CAROL WEISMAN
Contributor
How to Find Wealthy Donors and Get That First Meeting
Advice from fundraisers and consultants on how to set yourself up to receive a big gift.
By Michelle Gienow
Contributor
In Fundraising, First Impressions Make All the Difference
During an initial meeting with wealthy donors, listen to their interests and don’t ask for money too soon.
By Michelle Gienow
Contributor
A Recovery Plan for Fundraisers Facing Burnout
You may be working on the side of the angels, but putting in too many hours and taking on too much responsibility take a mental and physical toll.
By CAROL WEISMAN
Contributor
To Keep Nonprofit Audiences Engaged, Get Them Moving
If you really want people to learn, and have fun in the process, get them up out of their chairs.
By CLAIRE PEI
Contributor
How to Overcome a Fear of Negotiating and Get a Bigger Paycheck
Identify how you can fill a nonprofit’s future needs and put a price tag on your strengths, suggest nonprofit experts.
By Jennifer C. Berkshire
Contributor
5 Ways to Lose Your Development Director in 2 Years or Less
Nonprofit executives fret and obsess about finding great development staff, but all too often they inadvertently do things that send those staff members out the door.
By Carol Weisman
Contributor
What Drastic Cuts Would Mean for Domestic-Violence Groups
Arguably one of the most important pieces of legislation on women’s rights in decades is under attack in the House of Representatives.
By Rachel Heitler
Contributor
Where to Find a Consultant: In Your Community or Elsewhere?
Locals already know about donors in the community and will not need to be brought up to speed, but outsiders are unencumbered by preconceptions.
By PENELOPE CAGNEY
Contributor