14 Ways to Improve Your Organization’s Online Security
Techbridge, which helps charities with security and other technology issues, explains the best use of firewalls, passwords, and more.
Cybersecurity for Charities: 1st Step Is Knowing How Very Vulnerable You Are
Tight budgets and lax attitudes leave organizations at risk, but low-cost strategies can make them safer.
By Megan O’Neil
Contributor
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
Should Aspiring Fundraisers Go to Graduate School?
An AmeriCorps alumnus got a wealth of advice when he asked The Chronicle’s LinkedIn group for help. What do you think?
By Rebecca Koenig
Contributor
What Science Says About Fundraising
Research findings to make appeals stronger and help avoid common pitfalls.
How to Rally Gen Z to Your Cause
Ditch gender stereotypes and communicate in “microbursts,” experts say.
CFOs and Top Fundraisers: Keys to Building a Team
Chief financial and chief development officers often clash. A pair of UCLA officials now working on a historic capital drive offer tips for building a better relationship.
By Holly Hall
Contributor
Firing an Employee: Making Your Decision
Five questions you must answer when deciding whether to terminate an employee.
By Pratichi Shah
Contributor
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