July 24, 2008


Fundraising leadership in troubling times

Leadership In tough economic times, it’s up to fundraising professionals to inspire triumphs from a nonprofit’s staff and volunteers, says leadership coach James Boyle.

Fundraising/Giving

Ups and downs of insurance gifts

John Keith, assistant vice president of gift planning at the Indiana University Foundation, highlights the pros and cons of using life insurance as a planned-giving tool.

Management/Leadership

Talent in philanthropy: Hiring good talent scouts

Gara LaMarche, president and CEO of Atlantic Philanthropies, says funding the most effective programs is about finding them – by hiring ‘talent scouts.’


Marketing/Communications

Mistakes nonprofits can’t afford to make

Nonprofits are notorious for making some common marketing missteps that can cost them in the long run.

Special Reports

Nonprofit Technology 2008

Technology ReportIn this special report, PJ looks at strategies for nonprofits to find and pay for the fundraising software that works best for them. We also look at the next frontier of fundraising software, and feature a sponsored article on how to use software to engage donors.


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