Keys to Low Staff Turnover: One Nonprofit’s Advice
At the Red Cross’s Indiana state chapter, hiring fundraisers who’ve worked previously with other staffers has helped foster team spirit and boost retention.
By Timothy Sandoval
Contributor
How to Block Your Nonprofit’s Online Ads From Offensive Sites
Ensure your advertising doesn’t appear on websites that run counter to your mission or could blacken your brand.
By CODY SWITZER
Contributor
How a Shared Database Is Helping 4 Nonprofits Help the Jobless
The foundation-funded technology enables groups to collectively track and report results and better serve their clients.
By Mark Ewert
Contributor
What Nonprofits Can Do to Prepare for a Government Shutdown
Charities should be doing extensive planning now in case Congress can’t reach a budget deal by the end of the week, nonprofit experts say.
By Megan O’Neil
Contributor
Four Traps Foundation Leaders Should Avoid
In the first of a series of columns on running effective foundations, consultants Stephen Isaacs and Paul Jellinek address common leadership pitfalls and how to steer clear of them.
By Paul Jellinek and Stephen Isaacs
How to Get a Charity Job if You Have No Nonprofit Experience
In her latest advice column, nonprofit expert Allison Fine answers a question from a reader who’s having trouble breaking into charity work despite a strong academic background and work experience. In a quandary about your career? Need tips on leadership? Ask Allison.
By Allison Fine
Contributor
Fundraising Advice: Mailing-List Segmentation for Beginners
Splitting supporters into subgroups can help you pinpoint messages, improve programs, and assess what types of appeals and extras work best for which donors.
By Timothy Sandoval
Contributor
4 Tips for Squeezing in More Personal Time
Experts urge setting priorities, learning to say “no,” and establishing personal boundaries to keep the job in perspective.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
7 Reasonably Easy Things You Can Do to Improve Your Proposal
To better your chances of landing that big grant, write from the heart, don’t lecture readers, and find yourself a good editor.
By Martin Teitel
Contributor
5 Musts for Establishing a Major-Gift Program
If you’re just getting started seeking gifts from wealthy donors, begin by preparing your board and inviting volunteers to join campaign committees.
By Emily Lang
Contributor