The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 28, 2025
The philanthropic response to the federal government's defunding of nonprofits has been sluggish, but rapid response funds are starting to emerge. By Stephanie Beasley NurPhoto via AP James Kunder, former deputy administer of USAID, speaks at a demonstration in support of the agencys employees who were fired or placed on leave by Elon Musk and the department of government efficiency.
Ann Green
MARCH 31, 2025
Its spring in the Northern Hemisphere, and its about time after a frigid winter here in the Boston area, although I cant say its been that warm right now. A lot of people use this time of the year to do some spring cleaning. I envy the people who do that because Im usually not one of them. I know I should do more. As much as I dislike cleaning and organizing, Im happy once it gets done.
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NonProfit Leadership Alliance
MARCH 26, 2025
From door-to-door sales to tedious event planning, traditional fundraising can feel exhausting and time-consuming. While those methods work for some organizations, digital-first strategies can cut complicated logistics and open your fundraiser up to non-local supporters. Unlike traditional fundraising methods, an online store operates 24/7 with no hassle.
Pam Moore
MARCH 26, 2025
Brand, AI, and the Human Shift No One is Talking About In a world racing to adopt the latest tools and automate everything, most brands are missing something far more foundational: Identity. Not just your colors or fonts. Not just your logo, tone, or tagline. Not even your content calendar. Im talking about deep brand identity. Who your brand really is today.
Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker
Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.
Joan Garry
MARCH 26, 2025
In the image above, I’m 39 years old. The photo was taken just before my first day at GLAAD where I accepted a position as the Executive Director. I might look calm and confident, but that expression was a decoy. I was riddled on the inside with imposter syndrome. WHAT IS IMPOSTER SYNDROME? Dorothy and. Read more The post I Was 39, Leading GLAAD.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 26, 2025
Community grant makers are "built for this moment" of division in America, says New York Community Trust's Amy Freitag. The trust wants to change how it's perceived by the average New Yorker. By Drew Lindsay Casey Kelbaugh New York Community Trust president Amy Freitag at the Brooklyn Academy of Music in September invites the audience to participate in the foundations contest to give away $3 million.
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The Charity CFO
MARCH 26, 2025
In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast , Tosha Anderson and branding expert Seth Donlin unpack why personal branding is no longer optional for nonprofit leadersand how it can drive deeper donor engagement, visibility, and trust. Why Personal Branding Matters (Even in the Nonprofit Sector) It might feel uncomfortable to put your name, face, or story out front.
Candid
MARCH 31, 2025
As the nonprofit sector seeks ways to continue its work in the face of ongoing challenges, volunteers may come to play a larger role. According to the U.S. Census Bureau and AmeriCorps, the U.S. volunteer rate fell significantly between September 2020 and September 2021 , although recent data shows it rebounded to 28.8% in 2022-23. So, what can organizations do to better engage and retain volunteers in 2025?
Bloomerang
MARCH 28, 2025
Too often, nonprofit leaders think of strategic planning as a nice to have rather than a must have. In reality, though, strategic planning can become one of the most powerful tools in an organizations fundraising toolbox. When done well, a successful strategic planning process can clarify, energize, and streamline your fundraising strategyand make fundraising itself easier and more efficient.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 26, 2025
The LinkedIn co-founder joins Lever for Change's Cecilia Conrad to talk about his open call to lift up new ideas and attract funding for reforms of government, the media, higher education, and more. By Chronicle Staff The LinkedIn co-founder joins Lever for Change's Cecilia Conrad to talk about his open call to lift up new ideas and attract funding for reforms of government, the media, higher education, and more.
Speaker: Dave Sackett
Traditional budgeting and forecasting methods can no longer keep pace with today’s rapidly evolving business environment. Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty. To stay ahead, finance leaders must leverage a future-forward approach—one that leverages real-time data, predictive analytics, and continuous planning to drive smarter financial decisions.
NonProfit Quarterly
MARCH 27, 2025
Image credit: Caleb Oquendo on Pexels Over five months ago, Hurricane Helene devastated western North Carolina.Seemingly overnight, the region went from being viewed as a climate haven to experiencing the deadliest mainland hurricane since Katrina. In North Carolina alone, over 100 people lost their lives as a result of the storm , many from drowning or the result of complications from environmental exposure.
NonProfit PRO
MARCH 27, 2025
Southeastern Grocers invites nonprofits to apply for its 2025 Romay Davis Belonging, Inclusion and Diversity Grant.
Candid
MARCH 27, 2025
Nonprofits in the international development subsectorand those that have relied on U.S. government funding in particularare facing the impacts of USAID stop-work orders and subsequent funding cancellations. The possibility of those organizations being forced to close means programs ending , putting communities around the world at risk. While few organizations have publicly discussed the difficulties theyre facing, some have announced closures or the furlough of a majority of staff , signaling s
Bloomerang
MARCH 31, 2025
Almost every nonprofit needs a good grant writer. For those organizations that cant afford a full-time staff member, grant consultants can play a pivotal role. Grant consultants are often experienced grant writers and fundraisers whove chosen to work with multiple organizations instead of being on staff with a single nonprofit. While many people think of grant consultants as simply people who write grants on contract, they can be so much more!
Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand
Do you really know your donors? Not just what they give, but who they are? 👥 In this interactive session, we’ll break down how nonprofits can use behavioral indicators (affinity, recency, frequency, and monetary value) to build prospecting segments that go beyond wealth screening and actually align with donor identity. You’ll walk away with practical strategies to move beyond basic demographics and cultivate supporters based on how they already engage with you!
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 28, 2025
By Rasheeda Childress Getty Images/iStockphoto Giving Has Climbed; Trust Is Strong
NonProfit Quarterly
APRIL 1, 2025
Image credit: Photo by cottonbro studio on pexels In late December 2024, New York State Senator Andrew Gounardess legislation to protect domestic violence survivors was signed into law. Focused on the intersection of tech and domestic violence advocacy, the law is an attempt to ensure that abusers can no longer use tracking technology installed in vehicles.
NonProfit PRO
MARCH 26, 2025
Here's a peek at how one nonprofit has organized its development department, leading to revenue growth and stronger trust.
Marketing for the Modern Nonprofit
APRIL 1, 2025
The more traffic you can drive to your online giving page, the more effectively it supports your fundraising efforts. Therefore, its your goal to promote your donation page using every resource in your nonprofits marketing toolbox to reach the widest possible audience. To help you acquire more donors , well share top strategies that not only raise awareness about your online giving form, but also connect you with better leads.
Speaker: Jennifer Hill
Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Bloomerang
MARCH 26, 2025
In todays rapidly evolving nonprofit landscape, executive directors and board members face an onslaught of challengesfrom dwindling funding sources to rapidly shifting community needs. More than ever, a mindset that embraces continuous learning, bold innovation, and courageous teamwork is essential. I recently read Carol Dwecks bestselling book called Mindset.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 25, 2025
Fundraisers with their eye on the job should develop their skills building one-on-one relationships with donors and managing people. By Rasheeda Childress Getty Images Fundraisers with their eye on the job should develop their skills building one-on-one relationships with donors and managing people.
NonProfit Quarterly
MARCH 26, 2025
Image credit: Alexis Balinoff on Unsplash Its a rite of passage in spring, when hotels overflow, attendees with nametags on lanyards flood the streets, and alcohol sales at hotel bars smash records. Its AWP: The Association of Writing Programs (AWP) annual conference for the nonprofit of the same name, which serves creative writers, academics, publishers, and literary journal and book editors.
Jeff Brooks
MARCH 26, 2025
Ive recently been through a stretch where I wrote more fundraising copy at a faster clip than usual. I started to notice some patterns in my first drafts. Here are some of my common ones, by no means a complete list, but the ones that grabbed my attention: Too many details in stories. When you write a story, youre typically working from your own (or someone elses) interview notes, a transcript, or an audio or video recording.
Speaker: Radhika Samant and Todd Wuestenberg
Employee recognition has often been deemed a "feel-good" initiative, tied closely to rewards. While we understand its importance, we tend to associate recognition with intangible outcomes like engagement and sentiment, rather than direct impacts on retention and high performance. In today’s workplace, the true ROI of recognition lies in its ability to regenerate tangible, business-driven results.
NonProfit PRO
MARCH 27, 2025
Thinking about changing your brand? Here are some insights from nonprofit leaders who have already gone through the rebranding process.
Bloomerang
APRIL 1, 2025
Would you feel shocked to learn that the nonprofit turnover rate (19%) is 58.3% higher than for other companies ? Unhealthy work experiences in nonprofits, including burnout and a lack of appreciation, are driving turnover in the sector. Theres no sugarcoating the challenges we face. Low pay. Long hours. Duct-taped office furniture. A board comprised solely of idea fairiesyou know the typethe kind who think theyre super engaged in fundraising because they told you to just ask Oprah.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 26, 2025
Giving increased by 3 percent in 2024. Bright spots included gifts from DAFs and funding for research. By Rasheeda Childress Getty Images Giving increased by 3 percent in 2024. Bright spots included gifts from DAFs and funding for research.
NonProfit Quarterly
MARCH 27, 2025
Image Credit: Iwuala Lucy on Unsplash Corporate responsibility in sustainability has become an essential aspect of modern work. Companies are now often expected to actively contribute to environmental protection and uphold high ethical standards throughout their supply chains. This includes sourcing materials responsibly, ensuring fair labor practices, and maintaining transparency and accountability at all stages of production and distribution.
Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System
Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
MARCH 31, 2025
By Tasha Van Vlack ,founder of The Nonprofit Hive a free platform that builds one-to-one connections between nonprofit professionals for peer learning and support. Many nonprofits pour time, energy, and resources into launching a membership platformCircle, Slack, Mighty Networks, or a custom-built forumexpecting it to foster an active, engaged community.
Jeff Brooks
MARCH 27, 2025
I just read a wonderful book: Leonardo da Vinci by Walter Isaacson. It closely follows the life of Leonardo, had an amazing mind and a hard time staying on task. At the end of the book is a section called “Learning from Leonardo.” It gives some characteristics of Leonardo’s genius that any of us can imitate in our own search for whatever it is we’re searching for.
Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls
APRIL 1, 2025
Driving Without a Safety Net: How Nonprofits Are Helping People Recover from Car Accidents Car accidents can be life-altering, both physically and financially. For those without insurance, the consequences can be even more devastating. In the United States alone, approximately 1 in 8 drivers are uninsured, leaving many accident victims without the resources needed for medical care, vehicle repairs, or legal support.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 31, 2025
Amid the attacks on DEI, nonprofit leaders must stay committed to ensuring opportunities and fairness for everyone, including the millions of Americans who are living with disabilities. By Vincent Robinson Getty Images Six takeaways from an executive search consultant, including a few key pitfalls to look out for.
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