Fundraisers at the Association of Fundraising Professionals conference in Baltimore reveal what they wish they’d known at the start of their careers.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Give Local America Aims to Multiply Success of Community Giving Days
The May 5 event brings community foundations and local nonprofits together for a fundraising marathon.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Behind the Scenes of a Fundraiser Search: the Job Seeker’s Perspective
The new director of gift planning at Pennsylvania State University talks about his recent job search. Here’s what other charities can learn from his experience.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Background Checks Vary but Need to Be Robust and Fair
Experts share their advice on what to look for in the pre-employment review of a job candidate.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
A Gift Agreement Form from the University of Texas System
Agreements for prominent naming opportunities require involvement of higher-level stakeholders.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Helene Gayle to Lead Nonprofit Started by McKinsey
The chief executive of CARE USA has been named the first leader of a nonprofit that has received $70-million from the consultancy.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
N.Y. and D.C. Nonprofits Report Increasing Competition for Top Job Candidates
Nonprofits are getting turned down by job seekers who say the pay is too low; what’s more, lack of technology support bothers young candidates.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Gloria Johnson-Cusack Takes Helm of Health and Social-Services Coalition
The new leader of the National Human Services Assembly will focus on collaboration and implementing best practices from businesses and elsewhere.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Calif. Attorney General Backs Tougher Transparency Law for Fundraisers
Kamala Harris says the state measure would end a loophole that allows for-profit companies to conceal their financial interests in solicitations for charity.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
How One Nonprofit First Contacts Grant Makers
An introductory email and phone call helps fundraisers at the YWCA of the National Capital Area connect with foundation staff before submitting a proposal.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor