4 Performing-Arts Groups Innovate to Survive — and Thrive — in the Post-Covid Era
Movie nights and charcuterie boards, shared rehearsal space, and online performances are a few of the strategies the organizations are deploying as they build new business models.
By Drew Lindsay
Senior Editor, Special Projects
Not Sure What Donor Data to Collect? Think About Why People Care About Your Nonprofit
Everyone on staff should understand what data is important to collect — such as events donors attend, whether they volunteer, and other ways they connect with the organization — and understand the goals.
By Emily Haynes and Rasheeda Childress
Easy Ways to Start Using Data to Raise Money
Taking those first steps to incorporate data into fundraising can be intimidating. Experts offer advice on how to get started.
By Rasheeda Childress and Emily Haynes
Why Fundraisers Need to Double Down on Data Security
The data nonprofits collect about donors is valuable. Securing and protecting it is essential to maintain a good relationship with supporters.
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor, Nonprofit Intelligence
Tips for Keeping Data Up-to-Date to Avoid Fundraising Pitfalls
Simple steps nonprofits can take to ensure their data is accurate and up to date, such as understanding how information is entered and what it takes to change a record.
By Rasheeda Childress
Senior Editor, Fundraising
Everyday Megadonors: a New Force in Giving
The rise of ultra-wealthy, but often low-profile, megadonors has changed the charitable-giving landscape. Several fundraising experts joined the Chronicle to discuss how charities of all sizes can navigate the growing wealth gap and capture the attention of major donors.
By Sara Herschander
Contributor
Savvy Ways to Land Corporate Support for a Fundraising Event — and Build Deeper Ties
Seasoned fundraisers and event-planning consultants share ways to stand out from the crowd and successfully navigate corporate support for events in 2023.
By LISA SCHOHL
Contributor
How Nonprofits Can Avoid A.I. Ethical and Legal Pitfalls
One big risk: feeding private information about donors into A.I. tools. If fundraisers want to write a thank-you note using A.I., experts advise stripping all identifying information from the samples they provide.
By Rasheeda Childress
Senior Editor, Fundraising
How to Write Grant Proposals That Get Results
Mismatches between the narrative and the budget and misjudgments in the project scope are among the common reasons grant proposals fail.
By Barbara Stratton
Contributor
Unrealistic Fundraising Expectations Are Causing Stress. Here’s How to Set More Practical Goals.
It’s crucial to consider past fundraising, collaborate in goal setting, remember that fundraising is a long-term project, and — especially important right now — factor in the economy.
By Rasheeda Childress
Senior Editor, Fundraising