This High School Class of 1968 Wrote a Playbook: How to Raise $25 Million
For their 50th anniversary, the Culver Military Academy Class of 1968 wanted to get as many alumni as possible to give. Five years of planning, outreach, research, and some friendly competition did the trick.
By Libby Sander
Contributor
Why One College Placed Its Fundraising and Technology Efforts Under One Leader
An executive with sales and information technology experience wears two hats at a small liberal-arts institution.
By NICOLE WALLACE
Features Editor
How to put people and plans in place ahead of time so you can respond swiftly in the event of a natural disaster, tragedy, or bruising investigation.
Alzheimer’s Association’s Fundraising Walk Defies the Odds
Revenue from the events has more than doubled during the last decade. Here’s how they did it.
By Jim Rendon
Executive Editor
Research shows that women, whether wealthy or not, outpace men when it comes to charitable giving. We’ve collected here some of our best information on female donors.
How Charities Talk to Donors After Getting a Huge Gift
Getting a transformational contribution is a godsend for an organization. But announcing a landmark gift can make other donors think you don’t need their support. Here’s how some nonprofits handled it.
By Debra E. Blum
Contributor
5 Ways to Make the Case for Operating Support
When seeking unrestricted grants, use data to highlight unmet needs, explain how unrestricted support helps meet emergency needs, and fully flesh out the details of your budget request, say nonprofit leaders.
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor, Nonprofit Intelligence
Why I’m Getting an MBA as a Fundraiser
A business degree can help nonprofit employees work in teams, understand data, and bring about organizational change, says one development professional who is also a student.
By Amy Krauss
Contributor
A well-written gift agreement based on open conversations between donors and fundraisers can protect both parties.
Chicago Activist Shares Tips for Running a Faith-Based Advocacy Organization
Make people feel respected. Embrace your Identity. Celebrate success.
By Michael Anft
Contributor