Philanthropy Journal - Management/Leadership Articles

Communicating your financial story

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 09:39:21 -0400

Nonprofits that can communicate their financial position in a clear and organized way will increase a funder’s confidence that the organization is financially sustainable and mindful.

Can outsourcing boost mission equity?

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 12:05:26 -0400

While the recession led to layoffs and budget cuts, outsourcing, if done carefully, can be a cost-efficient way for nonprofits to boost their impact.

Preparing for stricter 990 filing requirements

Fri, 06 Aug 2010 10:14:12 -0400

With the revised IRS filing requirements now in place, nonprofits must reexamine their tax reporting procedures to make certain that anyone filing forms is aware of the new tax provisions.

Nonprofit salaries in 2010

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 09:24:19 -0400

As nonprofit executives and boards begin the budgeting process, many are wondering whether, and by how much, they should raise salaries this year.

For-profit lessons for nonprofits

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 10:36:22 -0400

Private-equity investor Jeffrey Walker outlines the top three lessons he learned in applying his for-profit expertise to his nonprofit startup.

Building a fundraising board

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 10:22:49 -0400

A nonprofit’s board is its link to the community and should lead the organization’s fundraising efforts.

Helping boards be responsible fiscal stewards

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 11:00:07 -0400

With nonprofits still reeling from the effects of the recession, it is critical board members be equipped to take their responsibility for fiscal oversight seriously.

Tech for small nonprofits: Making the shift from Excel

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 10:50:41 -0400

Sooner or later a robust fundraising department will need the ability to process pledges for an upcoming campaign, track different types of gifts, accommodate simultaneous users and ensure data security.

Keeping an eye on the dashboard

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 09:52:04 -0400

By maintaining both a personal and organizational ‘dashboard,’ nonprofit professionals can better manage their own goals and those of their nonprofit.

Registering to solicit donations

Fri, 14 May 2010 11:21:30 -0400

With both the IRS and states paying close attention to how and where nonprofits raise funds, it’s more important than ever to make sure organizations are properly registered to solicit money.