My nonprofit friends, it’s time we changed the conversation about “the overhead ratio”: the percentage of your organization’s expenses that go to administrative and fundraising costs. For too long, we’ve […]
In recent blog posts, I highlighted how each community foundation in the DonorEdge Learning Community (DELC) is transforming philanthropy in their communities by new strategies, nontraditional collaborations, and a culture […]
At GreatNonprofits, we know that every organization struggles with getting its message in front of new donors. How do you effectively communicate your impact to a new audience? We think […]
Social networking can be an incredibly valuable tool when it comes to a nonprofit organization and their best marketing options. With Facebook having such a heightened popularity there are particular […]
Engaging with younger donors is one of the greatest challenges facing community foundations (well, okay, nonprofits and traditional philanthropy in general). The ability to connect and involve young people with […]
GuideStar enjoyed co-hosting the 2013 DonorEdge Learning Community Annual Conference last week with the Community Foundation of Sarasota County. The conference was filled with thought provoking guest speakers; engaging, open […]
LAST CALL for Social Media for Nonprofits & Nonprofit Boot Camp on June 12 and 13 in Silicon Valley! Register now to take advantage of expert nonprofit insights, best practices, […]
Getting personal in your communications is the first step in building strong and long-term relationships with donors—current and prospective. Here’s how to do it… Personal Is a Two-Way Street Typically, […]
As an active donor, I find myself learning about nonprofits that matter to me through a recommendation from a friend or from an online search. I typically land on the […]
With thousands of charities worldwide in need of contributions, it can be difficult to determine where your philanthropic dollars can do the most good. In order to ensure your funds […]
