Coaching Board Members for Advocacy Pays Big Dividends
Trustees’ connections and community clout can be invaluable for the nonprofits they serve, but these assets are often underused. Experts share their secrets on how to motivate board members to make your case to legislators and policy makers.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Questions to Ask When Hiring Fundraisers
Veteran fundraisers offer tips on how to handle interviews with prospective gift officers.
By Drew Lindsay
Senior Editor, Special Projects
Charity leaders and the stars themselves dish about the ins and outs of working with big names to raise big money.
By Megan O’Neil
Contributor
Recruiting for Nonprofit Jobs in a Rural Locale Takes Creativity
When their organizations operate far from a big city, hiring managers need patience and a passionate belief in their cause to lure talent.
By HEATHER JOSLYN
Contributor
Tips and Tools for Building Strong Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Programs
A collection of resources to help nonprofits attract loyal volunteer fundraisers and build a strong sense of community among supporters.
Fundraisers at William & Mary believe an old-fashioned technique will help them round up young donors and meet an ambitious goal.
By Drew Lindsay
Senior Editor, Special Projects
Turn Your Nonprofit’s Trustees Into Master Advocates
Board members make some of the best advocates for a charity’s mission. Here’s how to make them comfortable in that role.
By Maria Di Mento
Senior Editor
Tips for Leading Your Team Through Stressful Times
Experts advise facing sources of stress head on and communicating frequently with colleagues about how you plan to address them.
By Rebecca Koenig
Contributor
6 Must-Haves for a Successful Peer-to-Peer Program
Arm your volunteer fundraisers with tools they need to bring in donations. Here are some necessities.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
5 Tips for Nonprofit Leaders to Avoid ‘Mission Creep’
When financial pressure or personal concern makes new causes tempting, remember where your nonprofit’s strengths lie.
By Rebecca Koenig
Contributor