Philanthropy Journal - Resources Articles

Growing board engagement: Part II - Meetings

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 10:31:45 -0500

The second article in this three-part series on board engagement focuses on the format and content of board meetings.

Ten tips for fundraising success

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 10:20:24 -0500

As a new sense of optimism seeps back into the nonprofit sector, now is the time to move ahead with a solid development program.

Ideas that work: Commitment to change

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 10:12:59 -0500

Change is inevitable. The key to creating positive change is involving, communicating with, and training staff.

Community engagement a key to success

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 10:05:54 -0500

By take the time to interact, connect and build strong relationships with community members, nonprofits can develop an army of support for their organizations.

Diversity within family foundations critical

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 16:30:56 -0500

A new guide from the Council on Foundations provides 10 ways family foundations can make their efforts more effective through diversity and inclusiveness.

Growing board engagement: Part I - Bylaws

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 14:10:12 -0500

This three-part series is designed to help nonprofits increase board engagement by focusing on three critical areas: the impact of bylaws, the format and content of meetings and the decision-making process.

Boosting revenue through new audiences

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 13:31:50 -0500

Attendance at arts events and performances was in decline even before the economic downturn. Now is the time to take a different look at the typical definition of a ‘new audience.’

Going online for independent fundraising events

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 13:23:08 -0500

By applying a few basic principles, nonprofits can not only expand their reach with independent fundraising events, but also raise more money.

Communication vital to smooth transitions

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 13:01:49 -0500

Leadership transitions are stressful, but a well-thought-out communications plan can ease the process.

Choosing a grantwriter

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 13:24:00 -0500

Some believe hiring a grantwriter based on a contingency fee is a smart move, but such a decision could brew trouble for nonprofits.