The Top 5 Presentations You Won’t Want to Miss at AFP International 2015
All of the speakers are top-notch, but picking presentations can be difficult. That’s why we picked our top five that you won’t want to miss at...
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How to Celebrate Abe Lincoln’s Birthday Nonprofit Style
Although many government organizations (and banks) observe Monday as a day off from work, February 12 is the day I celebrate. As part of the...
The Nonprofit Ask—Becoming a Natural Born Asker
Do you choke up at the thought of asking someone for money? Even though you get this queasy feeling when it’s time to ask, you know it’s something...
3 Ways to Recruit College Students for Spring Break Volunteering
Spring break is rapidly approaching. While I’d like to lie to you all and tell you that it still looks like an Elvis movie, it looks a more like a...
This Post Isn’t About You—And Your Donor Communications Aren’t, Either
Let’s talk about Tom Ahern’s method, the “You Test,” and see what works and what misses the mark with your donor...
Your Social Media Audience—Who’s Using What and How Much
Pew Research Center’s annual report on social media usage, which was released a few weeks ago. The overall trends aren’t a surprise—more people...
How Small Nonprofits Can Recruit Entrepreneur Volunteers to Their Cause
It can be exhausting, and costly, trying to get the attention of giant corporations and their foundations. But when you’re looking to recruit...
How to Help Volunteers Keep the Initial Spark and Avoid Burnout
Volunteer burnout is incredibly avoidable, if you recognize what drives them away in the first place. Take these steps to make sure you keep them...
Why You Need to Make Sure Your Mission Matches Your Actions
Once you get out in the real world, putting a grand mission statement of vision into practice can be challenging—and events happen that can change...
The First Steps to Starting a Nonprofit: Naming Your Organization
A name is a vital component to your nonprofit. It often is the first impression you get to make on the world. Before you dive into the nitty-gritty...
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