Stanford Social Innovation Review

APRIL 14, 2025

A side effect of nonprofits becoming accustomed to large foundation grants is that they do not develop diverse fundraising streams, and as a resultin moments of crisisfind themselves without experienced development teams, whose years of working to build relationships would now be crucial. Were in this for years to come.

Foundations 111

Foundations Fundraising Fundraising Environmental 111

Ann Green

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

To build capacity, you not only need to fundraise efficiently but also track and allocate funds to sustain your organization’s operations as it grows. These guidelines govern how your team members handle your organization’s funding as they perform their daily tasks. Grants: Government grants, foundation grants, marketing grants.

Nonprofit governance and management 148

Nonprofit governance and management Finance Nonprofit Finance Nonprofits 148

NonProfit PRO

JULY 10, 2025

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Retail 162

Retail Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Fundraising 162

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 13, 2025

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Retail 147

Retail Nonprofit Administration and Development Nonprofit governance and management Philanthropic Studies 147

Ann Green

JULY 15, 2025

Continuing to stay in touch with your donors will help you when you launch your fall fundraising campaign. When all levels of government make funding cuts or policy changes, the need in the community grows, which puts more burden on nonprofit organizations. Don’t make the mistake of taking a vacation from your donor communication.

Communication 166

Communication Finance Governance Nonprofit Organizations 166

NonProfit PRO

JULY 16, 2025

But if they get a call within 24 hours from a real person — you, the frontline fundraiser — thanking them by name and connecting their gift to the impact it will make, you’re telling them something different entirely: “You matter. This is relationship fundraising, and relationships thrive on connection.

Retail 214

Retail Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Public and Social Policy 214

NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

In Reimagining Nonprofit Boards , a three-part series based on the NPQ webinar, A New Framework for Boards, Ananda Valenzuela challenges traditional governance models and offers a new vision for boards that empower rather than constrain. So, what does good governance look like? Fundamentally, the board does not operate in a vacuum.

Governance 52

Governance Nonprofit governance and management Leadership Culture 52

NonProfit PRO

JULY 8, 2025

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Nonprofit governance and management 130

Nonprofit governance and management Retail Social Enterprise Social Enterprise 130

Bloomerang

JANUARY 30, 2025

Nonprofits are no strangers to uncertaintywhether from economic downturns, environmental disasters, shifting donor priorities, or changes in government policy. Nows the time to lean into fundraising and partnershipsnot to wait and see. Before we get into strategies, lets acknowledge what you may be feeling right now.

Public and Social Policy 120

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Retention 120

NonProfit PRO

JULY 21, 2025

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Nonprofit governance and management 147

Nonprofit governance and management Retail Public and Nonprofit Management Retention 147

Top Nonprofits

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Between the festive giving mood and donors rushing to make tax-deductible gifts before the end of the year, the holidays are the most important time of year for fundraising. While classic fundraising appeals can encourage contributions, year-end is also a great time to experiment with unique fundraisers that make your nonprofit stand out.

Fundraising 52

Fundraising Fundraising Food Homelessness 52

NonProfit PRO

JULY 11, 2025

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Leadership 147

Leadership Nonprofit governance and management Retail Public and Nonprofit Management 147

Blue Avocado

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

At the same time, worsening heat and weather will mean that the nonprofit sector is more needed than ever: The impact of climate change will cause widespread suffering that only government and nonprofit action can address. The wealthy have already begun their exit from supporting societal crises through funding the government.

Psychology 103

Psychology Governance Sociology Philanthropy 103

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Nonprofits fill the gap s that governments can t , she explained. Onges Passion for Fundraising is Transforming Children’s Healthcare in Montana milesnla 2024-11-20T10:23:15-06:00 November 20, 2024 | 0 Comments Carly St. As a professor, Hayley highlights the critical role of nonprofits in public health.

Health 247

Health Education Education Public and Nonprofit Management 247

NonProfit PRO

JULY 15, 2025

Combined with her skills in communications, fundraising and program management, Rachel is uniquely adept at identifying ways in which FORM can help nonprofits increase revenue, reach more patrons and amplify their missions. Continue to your page in 15 seconds or skip this ad. addService(googletag.pubads()).setCollapseEmptyDiv(true).setTargeting("ic",

Retail 223

Retail Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Philanthropy 223

The Charity CFO

APRIL 11, 2025

The Nonprofit Budget Balancing Act: Crafting Budgets for Fundraising Success Nonprofit leaders know all too well that crafting budgets isnt just about numbersits about storytelling. These challenges underscore the importance of thinking strategically about how your financial narrative supports your fundraising goals.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 95

Nonprofit Administration and Development Finance Fundraising Fundraising 95

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 16, 2025

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Retail 147

Retail Nonprofit governance and management Non-Profits Public and Nonprofit Management 147

Candid

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

While we continue to monitor developments , here are some resources on how nonprofits can mitigate potential impacts: Diversifying nonprofit revenue streams Diversifying revenue streamsincluding with government grants so youre not dependent on one unsustainable source is not a new idea but perhaps a more urgent one.

Nonprofit governance and management 109

Nonprofit governance and management Foundations Governance Nonprofits 109

Blue Avocado

JULY 8, 2025

Here’s a summary of some of the best answers we received: Acknowledging Nonprofits’ Vital Community Role Having a respected position by local governance, rather than being treated like beggars on the street corner. Nonprofits exist to fill the gaps that government can’t or won’t fill.

Nonprofit governance and management 88

Nonprofit governance and management Recruitment Ethics Nonprofits 88

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 23, 2025

The State of the Nonprofit Sector Survey comes amid inflation, uncertainty, and federal government funding pullbacks that impact education, healthcare, affordable housing, arts and culture, and more. 84% of respondents with government funding expect cuts to that funding. Continue to your page in 15 seconds or skip this ad.

Nonprofit governance and management 147

Nonprofit governance and management Retail Public and Nonprofit Management Public and Social Policy 147

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 16, 2025

For nonprofit marketers and fundraisers, the sheer volume of “must-use AI tools” touted on social media and tech blogs is overwhelming. For those nonprofit professionals looking to expand their knowledge of using AI for marketing and fundraising, this list of 33 AI tools is a good place to start. 14) Version.ai 14) Version.ai

Marketing 80

Marketing Marketing Fundraising Fundraising 80

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 11, 2025

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Health 165

Health Foundations Retail Nonprofit governance and management 165

NonProfit Quarterly

MAY 12, 2025

In response to community activism, many government contracts require constituents to serve on the board. Lets leave aside for now whether board members should be required to fundraise.) Disability rights organizations know that the most powerful advocates in fundraising are people with disabilities and their families.

Nonprofit governance and management 112

Nonprofit governance and management Volunteerism Volunteerism Public and Nonprofit Management 112

Candid

APRIL 29, 2025

government cuts longstanding programs and grant funding. nonprofits receive government grants , and for more than 35,000 of them, those grants make up over half of their total revenue. Candids team of experts have developed a new intensive training designed specifically for seasoned government grantseekers who need to pivot quickly.

Governance 105

Governance Foundations Education Education 105

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JULY 9, 2025

That minor, and the CNP credential that came with it, exposed Arika to hands on service, fundraising, and nonprofit management strategies. I started to notice how schools, even though they’re government-funded, always had to fundraise. “Some of the quantitative subjects were challenging,” she said. It made me curious.”

Nonprofit Administration and Development 239

Nonprofit Administration and Development Nonprofit Leadership Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management 239

The Charity CFO

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Penn-Mar’s career ladder program, for instance, began with fundraising efforts and is now transitioning to an endowment-funded model. Look beyond government funding and explore community support. He encouraged organizations to think creatively and start small if necessary.

Recruitment 52

Recruitment Retention Nonprofit governance and management Non-Profit Management 52

Candid

JANUARY 29, 2025

For example, a strategy focused on high-net-worth individuals requires not only a robust major gifts stewardship and solicitation program, but also engaging board members with connections to wealthy individuals and a commitment to fundraising.

Insurance 98

Insurance Governance Nonprofits Foundations 98

Stanford Social Innovation Review

MAY 29, 2025

And the headwinds are only growing stronger as charitable donations decline and as government funding faces uncertainty. The top three benefits listed by fellows and NBFP alumni are training in governance (both nonprofit-specific and general); exposure to board culture; and the development of transferable skills like effective communication.

Education 110

Education Education Nonprofit governance and management Universities 110

NonProfit Quarterly

JANUARY 20, 2025

Ensure that the organization is operating consistent with its governing documents , including with respect to provisions governing elections, terms of service, board meetings, board actions by written consent, delegated authority to committees and officers, reports, amendments to bylaws, and voting membership rights (if applicable).

Public and Social Policy 122

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Race and Ethnicity 122

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 19, 2025

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Retail 130

Retail Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Fundraising 130

NonProfit Quarterly

APRIL 29, 2025

Around half of the leaders said their grant improved fundraising prospects and helped them gain new funders. The bulk of CGRSs funding doesnt come from federal government sources, giving it sufficient flexibility to adapt its approach as needed. Grants established credibility with new funders and diversified recipients funding sources.

Nonprofit Management 111

Nonprofit Management Management Nonprofit governance and management Foundations 111

Bloomerang

JUNE 9, 2025

Let’s set the stage: Clouds of uncertainty loom over government funding. Eskin Fundraising Training enthusiastically advocates that learning community partners of professional and volunteer nonprofit leaders come together to embrace the three C’s — Collaborate, Communicate, Coordinate — for stronger results.

Collaborations 84

Collaborations Communication Nonprofit governance and management Philanthropy 84

NonProfit PRO

JULY 9, 2025

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Retail 162

Retail Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Leadership 162

Bloomerang

JUNE 24, 2025

But even with sophisticated teams and tools, one persistent challenge remains: misalignment between fundraising and finance. Fundraising teams are relationship-driven. Fundraising might use a CRM like Bloomerang ; finance might live in Sage Intacct. Without regular coordination, even clean data can become misaligned.

Finance 54

Finance Management Nonprofit governance and management Nonprofit Administration and Development 54

Candid

MARCH 5, 2025

Nonprofits are facing ever-increasing challenges in obtaining financial capital, with reports of declines in individual donors , fundraising challenges , and proposed government spending cuts. A 2020 Candid analysis suggests that about half of nonprofits have less than six months worth of cash reserves.

Psychology 102

Psychology Nonprofits Collaborations Governance 102

NonProfit Quarterly

DECEMBER 10, 2024

In particular, the Prince Georges County Council was expecting increased fundraising capacity, leading to reduced nonprofit dependence on local government funding and greater sustainability. One organization quickly improved the incorporation of new practices in year one, then saw smaller gains in capacity over the next two years.

Nonprofit governance and management 116

Nonprofit governance and management Organizational Change Nonprofit Capacity Nonprofits 116

Candid

APRIL 17, 2025

Government has the scale and policy tools to make change sustainable. Moreover, businesses, nonprofits, and government each benefit. The most effective corporate social responsibility efforts are built on real partnerships with nonprofits and supported by government policies that allow these collaborations to thrive.

Collaborations 59

Collaborations Public and Social Policy Governance Health 59