GuideStar Redesigns Charity Profiles to Emphasize Results
The changes reflect a sector-wide discussion about how to measure and communicate about program effectiveness.
By Megan O’Neil
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How Social-Justice Nonprofits Can Defend Against Public-Relations Attacks and More
With election-year tensions building, nonprofits working on controversial public policy should prepare for vulnerabilities that could be exploited by opponents.
By Rebecca Koenig
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Communications Staffs Are Happy Yet Restless, Survey Finds
Almost half of the people who oversee charities’ public image say they hope to leave within two years. They complained of too many interruptions in the workday and lack of coordination with co-workers.
By HEATHER JOSLYN
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First Philanthropy Almanac Provides a Wealth of Facts and Data
The new resource, available in print and online, aims to provide a definitive overview of U.S. charity.
By Rebecca Koenig
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Capital Campaigns Increasingly Common, and They Work, Study Says
About 46 percent of nonprofits were in either a capital or a special campaign during the first six months of last year, up from 12 percent during the same period of 2011, according to a survey.
By HEATHER JOSLYN
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Opinion: 2016 Shaping Up as a Big Year for ‘Dark Money’
Presidential politics and congressional action are further opening the floodgates for funds from “social welfare” nonprofits to flow into this year’s campaigns, a Bloomberg View columnist writes.
Opinion: Navigating the Challenges of Nonprofit Branding
A brand strategist writes in Adweek about the paradox nonprofits face in trying to establish a strong brand without appearing profligate or overly commercial.
Charity Navigator Removes Clinton Foundation From Watch List
The watchdog group says the filing of several years of new and updated IRS information has addressed concerns about transparency.
By Megan O’Neil
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Charity With Somber Mission Tries a Humorous Campaign
Smile Train seeks engagement with young supporters through ‘Grouchy Carols.’
By HEATHER JOSLYN
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Donor-Advised Funds Navigate a Deluge of Year-End Gifts and Grants
As money pours into accounts and out to charities, Fidelity Charitable handles the rush by enlisting the full staff and hiring extra hands.
By Alex Daniels
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A Checklist for Developing a New Business Model for Your Nonprofit
Nonprofit leaders give advice for getting internal and external support for a big change.
By Rebecca Koenig
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Philanthropy’s 2015 Buzzwords: From ‘Effective Altruism’ to ‘Worm Wars’
New language and phrases show what’s preoccupying the nonprofit world — and what nobody at a charity or foundation should ignore.
By Lucy Bernholz
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As Paris Talks Wrap Up, Foundations and Media Must Join Hands to Push Climate Action
Nonprofit film and news organizations can counter energy-industry influence by encouraging citizens to put pressure on policy makers.
By Vince Stehle and Vincent Stehle
As Lawmakers Balk at Syrian Refugees, Nonprofits Get Support to Aid Those Who Fled
Local charities see a rise in donations as some Americans get frustrated by the politicized climate.
By Rebecca Koenig
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Ad Council Retools Public-Service Spots for Social-Media Age
New, multiplatform public-service campaigns by the Advertising Council show how the venerable nonprofit communications agency is evolving in an era of sophisticated digital social media, The New York Times writes.
Backed by Huge Audiences, Video-Game Stars Get Into Giving Tuesday
How much can international gamer celebrities like Athene raise for charity? Save the Children will find out with its #GamingTuesday.
By Rebecca Koenig
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