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Barriers to Funder Collaboration and the Will to Overcome Them
Foundation leaders know the social sector needs more and better collaboration for impact. Learn about four barriers that often get in the way.
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Influencing Complex Systems Change
Expert insights from the Management Assistance Group for nonprofits that seek to move the needle on complex social issues.
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Groundwork for Good Fortune: The Real Power of Strategic Planning
Strategic planning is vital to reaching good fortune. This Philantopic article lays out the steps needed to successfully do just this.
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In Times of Change, Board Members Must Be Advocates
BoardSource’s CEO discusses the importance of board member advocacy and how to become a better mission ambassador.
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How Do We Fundraise Now?
Kim Klein shares advice for grassroots organizations on how to approach fundraising in the current political moment.
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The Pitfalls of Your 2018 Budget and What to Do Now
A review of key ways to plan for your organization’s financial future during unpredictable times.
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To RCT or not to RCT?
Timothy Ogden shares valuable insights on the use of randomized control trials from his new book “Experimental Conversations: Perspectives on Randomized Trials in Development Economics”.
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Fueling the Momentum of Impact Investing
Jean Case discusses three trends that will drive scale and take impact investing to the next level.
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16 Ways Your 990 Informs on You
Learn more about the 16 greatest areas of interest for donors when looking at a nonprofit’s 990 form.
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Let Your Donors Know How Much You Appreciate Them
Holidays are the best time to get your donor’s attention. With Valentine’s Day arriving fast, this is the perfect opportunity to show your appreciation for donors and a great way to stay in touch with these people.
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Are you saying thank you like you mean it? Taking your donor from first-time to lifetime.
Getting major donors seems to be the goal of many, however we must ask ourselves — how will this benefit us in the long run? Fundraising isn’t about asking rich people for money, but turning a first-time donor into a
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How Funders Can Help Overcome the Overhead Myth
Nell Edgington, author for Center for Effective Philanthropy, explores how funders can help eradicate the Overhead Myth and gain a better understanding of the real costs associated with impact.
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Nimble, Networked and Niche: Why Nonprofits Need to Be All Three
Tivoni Devor discusses how being nimble, networked and niche can help nonprofits navigate the current political landscape.
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Putting Community First in Social Innovation Education
Social innovation educators are responsible for teaching students how to become collaborative community partners. Here’s how.
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Encourage the Young Ones: Inspiring Students to Volunteer
Inspiring young people to volunteer can be just as difficult as other groups. Engaging and teaching them the values behind this act are essential for a productive future.
Read MoreDonor Recognition Ideas to Keep Them Coming Back
Recognizing donors is important, there are endless ways in which you can do it. According to John Haydon, this article discusses his top eight.
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