From A.I. to Excel: How to Choose the Right Tech for Your Nonprofit
Technology today plays a key role in creating a sustainable and vibrant nonprofit. Several experts joined the Chronicle in an online forum to discuss how charities of all sizes can embrace new tools, from the most advanced A.I. models to the simplest of spreadsheets
By Sara Herschander
Contributor
How to Have Productive Site Visits: Advice for Grant Makers and Nonprofit Leaders
They are a huge investment of time and energy, and the goal of building authentic relationships is forgotten.
By JOAN GARRY
Contributor
5 Ways to Tear Down the Donor Pyramid
Fundraisers are breaking from the dominant theory of fundraising and getting results.
By Drew Lindsay
Senior Editor, Special Projects
How Nonprofits Can Use A.I. Well — and Avoid Pitfalls
A panel of experts discuss what to consider when adopting A.I., simple steps to get started, and ways to make sure you ‘do no harm’ when using this technology.
By LISA SCHOHL
Contributor
Pay-Transparency Laws Change the Game for Equity — and Nonprofit Executive Searches
As more states adopt laws that require employers to disclose compensation for open positions, here are key things to consider when setting salary ranges for leadership roles at your organization.
By Vincent Robinson
Contributor
Donor Codes of Conduct to Fight Sexual Harassment of Nonprofit Fundraisers Are Growing More Common
The codes also seek to reduce other problematic donor behavior, like pushing organizations to start programs that fall outside their mission and trying to get involved in day-to-day operations.
By Rasheeda Childress
Senior Editor, Fundraising
4 Ways Nonprofits Can Start Using the New Social-Media Platform Threads
The new text-based platform from Meta attracted 100 million people to join in its first five days. Some people are speculating that this could be the app to finally supplant Twitter.
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor, Nonprofit Intelligence
14 Ways to Improve Your Next Proposal and Build Ties With Grant Makers
With foundations expected to slow their giving this year or keep it flat, it’s more crucial than ever to create proposals that stand out. Here’s what experts advise.
By LISA SCHOHL
Contributor
Choice Words to Advance Conversations With Big Donors
Build your fundraising lexicon so you can strengthen your asks to improve results and engage more supporters in your work.
By RACHEL CYRULNIK
Contributor
Lawyers and fundraisers weigh in on how the court’s decision could impact university fundraising efforts and relationships with donors.
By Rasheeda Childress
Senior Editor, Fundraising