Putting People With Disabilities Front of Mind, a Small Organization Revamps Operations
Maryland Philanthropy Network altered its physical space and its communications, events, and programs to be more welcoming to people with disabilities.
By Drew Lindsay
Senior Editor, Special Projects
Watch the Debate: How Senate Bill to Speed Up Giving Would Work
The nonprofit world is divided over a plan to change tax rules for foundations and contributors to donor-advised funds.
By STACY PALMER
Chief Executive Officer
How to Hang On to Fundraisers in a Hot Job Market
Leaders should initiate frequent and frank conversations with employees to stay on top of their concerns, make sure DEI efforts are genuine, and provide clarity on any shifts to a group’s mission.
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor, Nonprofit Intelligence
Why Colleges Should Try ‘Fantasy Fundraising’ — Charitable Giving During Sporting Events
Universities could create fundraising competitions to encourage fans to give during live sports matches. Here’s how.
By Martin Skladany
Contributor
How Women Will Shape Philanthropy in the Decade Ahead: Watch Our Online Briefing
Liz Thompson, a major donor, and Abby Falik, CEO of Global Citizen Year, discussed how women’s giving differs from men’s and offered advice on how fundraisers can best cultivate women donors.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
How to Ease Tension Between Communications and Development Departments
Three reasons friction occurs between fundraisers and communicators — and five ways to prevent it.
By Jackie Yodashkin
Contributor
How to Hand Over the Reins: Two Leaders Share Lessons From Their Own Transition
A former and current executive director of an organization share their tips for a smooth handover of leadership.
By Barbara A. Glassman and RACHEL HOWARD
A Plea From Community Nonprofits for Investment, Equity, and Less Bureaucracy
Small nonprofits should require less red tape, and they need support for efforts to advance fair pay and benefits — and recognition for making communities stronger.
By JOAN GARRY
Contributor
Your Nonprofit Coach: Advice for Executives and Board Members
The columnist Joan Garry tackles tough topics that face CEOs, board members, and other nonprofit leaders as they work together to advance important causes.
What to Consider — and What to Avoid — When Reopening Your Nonprofit Office
Nonprofit leaders and human-resource experts share advice to help bring employees back to the office safely and support — and keep — them in the process.
By LISA SCHOHL
Contributor