Thank-You Notes That Look Handwritten Inspire Donors to Give Again
How one nonprofit brought back 440 lapsed donors and boosted revenue after taking a new approach to acknowledgments.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
How Foundations Should Begin Planning for Risk
Steps grant makers can take to prepare for, and manage, disruptions and emergencies that occur when nonprofit projects are underway.
By Shelley Whelpton and Laurie Michaels
Charities Urged to Tailor Data to Needs of Staff, Donors, and Others
When charities stop relying just on anecdotal evidence of their success, their performance improves and they attract supporters more easily.
By NICOLE WALLACE
Features Editor
How Product Managers Are Changing Nonprofit Technology
By thinking of different systems and services as “products” and putting someone in charge of their success, organizations are quickly improving their processes and gaining efficiency.
By cody.switzer
Contributor
A Tool to Plan a Compelling Nonprofit Video
Creating videos is more work than you might think. Here’s a guide to planning ahead to produce a great video and make the best use of it.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
How to Train Young Employees for Leadership Roles
Incorporating training into daily operations can keep costs down and staff members learning.
By Rebecca Koenig
Contributor
How Charities Can Communicate With the People They Serve
A biweekly advice column in which Allison Fine answers your questions about nonprofit careers and leadership.
By Allison Fine
Contributor
A Guide to Resources on Leadership Training
Train future nonprofit leaders with resources you can use in-house or tap into fellowship programs to groom new leaders.
By Rebecca Koenig
Contributor
How Community Foundations Tap Wealth Advisers to Attract Donor-Advised Funds
Meeting with financial advisers regularly and touting your organization’s expertise in the community helps attract these funds.
By Timothy Sandoval
Contributor
How a Family Foundation Shaped an Urgent National Issue
Through a fellowship program, a family foundation and a communications firm prepared pain experts to raise awareness about ways to better manage chronic pain.
By CAROL SCHADELBAUER
Contributor