How One Fundraiser Has Forged Relationships With Financial Advisers — and Scored Big Gifts
Patience and giving personal attention to financial professionals — and their wealthy clients — can pay off.
By Timothy Sandoval
Contributor
A Checklist for Staying Within the Law When Raising Money
A lawyer discusses how to register with the right state charity office, accurately represent how donations will be spent, and more.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Management Lessons From a Veteran Nonprofit Leader
Diana Aviv, CEO of Feeding America, answers questions about hiring, managing, and moving to a large nonprofit.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
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
A Stewardship Plan for Midlevel Donors
The American Farmland Trust developed a simple tool for managing outreach to $1,000-plus contributors.
By Timothy Sandoval
Contributor
5 Steps to Building Ties with Corporate Employees
Volunteer help, pro bono support, and eventually money can come from building ties with employees at companies.
By Rebecca Koenig
Contributor
How Nonprofits Can Advocate Effectively — and Stay Within the Law
Advice to help you educate legislators about your causes without running afoul of regulations on lobbying and politicking.
6 Ways Nonprofit Leaders Can Navigate an Unpredictable Political Landscape
The overall economy is more important than tax policy for nonprofits, and other important advice to keep in mind during tumultuous times.
By PETER FISSINGER
Contributor
11 Ways for Nonprofits to Build Ties With Lawmakers
Experts see this as one of the most basic kinds of advocacy. Here’s how to get started.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
A Small Nonprofit’s Investment in Fundraising Pays Off
The Community Sailing Center in Vermont made the most of a government grant and a surprise donation to build its development capability.
By Rebecca Koenig
Contributor