3 Ministry Event-Planning Tips for Family-Friendly Fun
Imagine your daughter was invited to a classmate’s birthday party, and you stick around to chaperone. While you’re happy to…
Funder Investment in High-Quality Listening: Backing the Practices That Matter Most
The release of “Voices That Matter” from the Center for Effective Philanthropy affirms what many in the sector have long…
The 15 Best Nonprofit Conferences to Attend This Year + Next
In a fast-evolving nonprofit landscape, staying ahead isn’t just about passion—it’s about progress. Whether your team is focused on donor…
Understanding the 5% Payout Rule for Private Foundations – Charity Lawyer Blog
If you’re involved with a private foundation, you’ve likely encountered the “5% payout rule.” This well-intentioned but often perplexing regulation…
Signals of Readiness: How Funders Can Vet AI in the Social Sector
The SMS service that connects hungry neighbors with nearby food pantries? It runs on AI. The nonprofit fighting cancer by…
4 Essential Member Engagement Metrics to Watch This Year
As a leader at an association or other membership-based organization, you know that engaging your members is critical for long-term…
The Myths of Philanthropy | The Center for Effective Philanthropy
Individualism. Competition. Risk aversion. Short-termism. Scarcity. Presumed expertise. Many of the norms by which philanthropy operates perpetuate the very narratives…
How to Leverage the Power of Positive Donor Communications
Imagine you receive two fundraising letters. One uses fearmongering and guilt-tripping tactics, telling you that unless you donate today, the…
A Mixed Bag for Nonprofits and Philanthropy
On July 4, 2025, President Trump signed into law what’s been informally dubbed the “One Big Beautiful Bill”—a sweeping tax…
Embracing the Complexity of Social Change: Moving From Transactional to Transformative Funding Partnerships
Imagine a world where philanthropy embraces social change in all its complexity — where genuine change is made through transformational…