Strategic or Responsive Grant Making? Foundations Should Strike a Balance
Grant makers can maximize their impact by focusing most of their spending on a few key objectives, but there’s nothing wrong with setting aside some money to support local ideas and institutions.
By PAUL JELLINEK
Contributor
How to Overcome Implicit Bias in the Hiring Process
Experts shine a light on subtle ways prejudice creeps into hiring and offer advice on attracting a more diverse pool of candidates.
By Timothy Sandoval
Contributor
Tips for Surviving a Nonprofit Boss From Hell
Three steps to getting your work done and staying positive, no matter how bad your boss.
By Rebecca Koenig
Contributor
How to Work With Pro Bono Tech Support
Questions to ask, skills to look for, and other things to consider before you enlist volunteer technical help.
By Rebecca Koenig
Contributor
Case Study: How a Volunteer-Led Grass-Roots Campaign Sparked Big Giving Among Women
Dartmouth College officials were dubious, but the effort netted gifts of $100,000 or more from 114 alumnae.
By Drew Lindsay
Senior Editor, Special Projects
How to Open Doors at Foundations
In her latest advice column, nonprofit expert Allison Fine answers a question about where to look for new sources of funding. In a quandary about your career? Need tips on leadership? Ask Allison.
By ALLISON FINE
Contributor
Why Charities Shouldn’t Start Ignoring the Ban on Partisan Politicking
The Johnson Amendment, which prohibits explicitly partisan activity by 501(c)(3) groups, remains the law of the land, despite President Trump’s executive order seeking a curb on enforcement.
By Matthew Shell
Contributor
Case Study: Why This Annual-Giving Leader Still Relies on the Phone-athon
At Davidson College, phone campaigns are critical to keeping the alumni-participation rate around 60 percent a year, one of the best in higher education.
By Drew Lindsay
Senior Editor, Special Projects
4-H Taps Alumni and Updates Image to Boost Support
Technology and testimonials from former members help the century-old organization showcase programs that resonate with modern kids and families.
By Heather Joslyn
Contributor
Online Data and an Entrepreneurial Spirit Revive an Advocacy Nonprofit
Mental Health America has boosted its fundraising and reach by “functioning like a start-up,” with streamlined decision-making and new digital tools.
By Heather Joslyn
Contributor