This site uses cookies to improve your experience. To help us insure we adhere to various privacy regulations, please select your country/region of residence. If you do not select a country, we will assume you are from the United States. Select your Cookie Settings or view our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Cookie Settings
Cookies and similar technologies are used on this website for proper function of the website, for tracking performance analytics and for marketing purposes. We and some of our third-party providers may use cookie data for various purposes. Please review the cookie settings below and choose your preference.
Used for the proper function of the website
Used for monitoring website traffic and interactions
Cookie Settings
Cookies and similar technologies are used on this website for proper function of the website, for tracking performance analytics and for marketing purposes. We and some of our third-party providers may use cookie data for various purposes. Please review the cookie settings below and choose your preference.
Strictly Necessary: Used for the proper function of the website
Performance/Analytics: Used for monitoring website traffic and interactions
Philanthropy dominated by the wealthy and highly educated has become rigid in tone, exclusive in culture, and isolated from average Americans, says the outgoing CEO of the Gill Foundation. By Brad Clark Illustration: Elizabeth Haugh/The Chronicle of Philanthropy; Shutterstock. Philanthropy dominated by the wealthy and highly educated has become rigid in tone, exclusive in culture, and ineffective in tactics, says the outgoing CEO of the Gill Foundation.
One of the most important aspects of communication (written and verbal) is to make sure your audience understands you. There are many reasons this doesnt happen. In nonprofit communication, organizations will overcomplicate things or use jargon and other language donors dont understand. Some people like to show off their large vocabulary or only think about things from their perspective.
Decades of global philanthropic aid missed the mark. It's time for a new strategy. By Dan Spokojny AP Photo Even before Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced deep cuts to the State Departments staff and structure, agency employees were increasingly expressing dissatisfaction with working there. Decades of global philanthropic aid missed the mark.
The Nonprofit Leadership Alliance is proud to introduce April 2025s Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) Professional Track cohort! This group of nonprofit professionals have begun their six-month journey, participating in one of only four cohorts offered annually. Meet the Participants The April CNP Professional Track Cohort is composed of 78 nonprofit professionals, bringing together a group committed to making a positive impact on society.
Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Community Engagement
There’s more than one way to end the year with impact—and we’re letting you decide the direction. In this "choose your own adventure" community-led webinar, attendees will vote in real time to pick one of three year-end event strategies to explore in depth: Volunteer Appreciation Events 🧡 Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Campaigns 🌈 Mission/Program Celebrations 🎉 Once the path is chosen, we’ll dive into a step-by-step engagement workflow plan tailored to that format, showing how
Chronicle CEO Stacy Palmer talks to two leaders who are adept at managing all generations, from Gen Z to Boomers, in their organizations. They share tips on how to communicate well, foster collaboration, and build a culture that respects institutional knowledge and embraces innovation.
Why Volunteer Programs Must Prioritize Volunteer Experience You think a lot about what your volunteers do, but how often do you think about how they feel? Volunteer experience is one of the most criticaland often overlookedelements of volunteer management. And when you prioritize the volunteer experience, it benefits every aspect of your organization.
Want to improve your fundraising revenue? Boost average gift by a few dollars. It really adds up. Here are some simple, cost-free ways to encourage people to give just a bit more, from the Masterworks Blog, at 3 Behavioral Science Hacks That Lead to Bigger Gifts : Increase the Amount of the Lowest Ask. When we see numbers, those numbers become anchors — we gravitate toward them.
Want to improve your fundraising revenue? Boost average gift by a few dollars. It really adds up. Here are some simple, cost-free ways to encourage people to give just a bit more, from the Masterworks Blog, at 3 Behavioral Science Hacks That Lead to Bigger Gifts : Increase the Amount of the Lowest Ask. When we see numbers, those numbers become anchors — we gravitate toward them.
Human Resource Director United Cerebral Palsy of the North Bay 1425 North McDowell Boulevard, Petaluma, CA 94954 $120,000 – $135,000 a year Full-time Monday to Friday Benefits Include: Professional development assistance 403(B) with employer match Health insurance allowance of $500/month Paid time off and holidays Employee assistance program Full Job Description Job Summary: The Human Resource Director is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of the human resources functi
Candids business is datathe data you need to do good. That data largely takes the form of information about organizations in the nonprofit sector and the grant funding they give or receive. Its collected primarily from public sources, but more than 120,000 organizations also share their data directly on their Candid profiles , and hundreds of funders contribute their grants data as well.
How to Identify a Cockroach & AI Pest Identifier [Start for Free] Not sure if that creepy crawler you just saw was a cockroach? Youre not alone. Cockroaches are one of the most commonand most unwelcomehousehold pests in the world. Theyre fast, good at hiding, and often go unnoticed until a full infestation is underway. But spotting them early can make all the difference in protecting your home and your health.
Speaker: Lee Andrews, Founder at LJA New Media & Tony Karrer, Founder and CTO at Aggregage
This session will walk you through how one CEO used generative AI, workflow automation, and sales personalization to transform an entire security company—then built the Zero to Strategy framework that other mid-market leaders are now using to unlock 3.5x ROI. As a business executive, you’ll learn how to assess AI opportunities in your business, drive adoption across teams, and overcome internal resource constraints—without hiring a single data scientist.
By Cynthia Rayner , Sophia Otoo & Franois Bonnici The world is undergoing simultaneous economic, technological, geopolitical, environmental, and social changes that organizations cannot address alone. Only a collective approach to social innovation can solve for challenges that are too large for individual organizations.
How to keep supporters engaged so they never want to leave Nonprofits spend a lot of time worrying about donor acquisition. But imagine for a second that every supporter had a Cancel My Donation buttonjust like unsubscribing from a streaming service. Some would click immediately after making a gift, never planning to return. Others would stick around for a while, but eventually, something would make them second-guess their commitment.
By Jennifer Wemhoff , Communications Manager at GolfStatus the leading event management platform for golf fundraisers. Sponsorships are the financial backbone of charity golf tournaments , and technology has made it easier than ever to elevate sponsor value, visibility, and ROI. Whether youre planning your nonprofits first golf fundraiser or need to find new ways to entice sponsors for a longstanding tournament, leveraging digital tools can transform your sponsor offerings from standard to stan
Speaker: Gareth Webb & Phil Selley, Founding Partners at Intouch Business
For many nonprofit organizations and NGOs, managing grants and monitoring projects with spreadsheets and manual processes feels familiar—but is it holding your organization back? As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks.
By David V. Johnson As promoters and defenders of a free civil society, we at SSIR today find ourselves taking sides: We stand with you as allies against the rise of authoritarianism in the United States and abroad.
Successful organizations have engaged boards with members who are passionate about the organizations mission and collective purpose, ask challenging questions, make informed decisions, collaborate with each other, and promote the organization and its work to their networks. Yet board engagement doesnt happen overnight or on its own; it must be fostered.
By Mohamed Hassan Awad , Mabel Sanchez & John Parsons Many public-private collaborations that address complex social problems flounder. We offer a new model to get such partnerships back on track.
Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.
According to the most recent Online Donor Feedback Survey , 33% of online donors say that email is the tool that most inspires them to give while 29% say social media, 17% website, and 9% print, and as a result, nonprofits raise an average $1.11 per email contact per email fundraising appeal. Despite the popular myth which asserts that email is dying, the truth is that email use is growing among all age groups worldwide.
Pixabay, A drawing of gears inside of a human head. Mechanics gear gears, work. – PICRYL – Public Domain Media Search Engine Public Domain Search , CC 1.0 In December 2023, the organization where I work, the Post Growth Institute (PGI), lost half of its funding for 2024. Our major funder was withdrawing support for three-quarters of their grantees, and we were one of them.
Traditional budgeting and forecasting methods can no longer keep pace with today’s rapidly evolving business environment. Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty. To stay ahead, finance leaders must leverage a future-forward approach—one that leverages real-time data, predictive analytics, and continuous planning to drive smarter financial decisions.
Recent sweeping actions by the Trump administration have brought Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) training programs and policies into the headlines, with implications for both government and the broader workforce including nonprofits. The nonprofit sector has long been committed to being a place where people from diverse backgrounds and identities can thrive and contribute.
By Chana R. Schoenberger Low-income white families in Los Angeles have easier time finding new rental housing than low-income Latino families because of access to greater resources and social networks.
Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand
Do you really know your donors? Not just what they give, but who they are? 👥 In this interactive session, we’ll break down how nonprofits can use behavioral indicators (affinity, recency, frequency, and monetary value) to build prospecting segments that go beyond wealth screening and actually align with donor identity. You’ll walk away with practical strategies to move beyond basic demographics and cultivate supporters based on how they already engage with you!
By Chana R. Schoenberger Companies in Taiwan with ties to the ruling party invested in public welfare to reduce the potential for popular backlash during the nations democratic transition.
By Robert Atkins & Sarah Szanton The predominant model for educating nurses prepares them for hospital settings. By adopting a competency-based education model rooted in community care, nursing programs can better equip their students to address the diverse health-care needs and environments of the 21st century.
Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.
We organize all of the trending information in your field so you don't have to. Join 27,000+ users and stay up to date on the latest articles your peers are reading.
You know about us, now we want to get to know you!
Let's personalize your content
Let's get even more personalized
We recognize your account from another site in our network, please click 'Send Email' below to continue with verifying your account and setting a password.
Let's personalize your content