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For many nonprofits, a volunteer program is viewed primarily as a source of labor, or extra hands to support the…

The administrative burden of managing corporate philanthropy often challenges the potential revenue for many nonprofits. Identifying eligible donors and tracking…

This year, my attention has been constantly pulled in two directions at once: toward the immediate pressure that nonprofits are…

Wallis Annenberg was passionate about creating spaces, opportunities, and access where people could connect, learn, and thrive. From community institutions…

A potential client recently asked us whether any business, if operated correctly, could be tax-exempt under 501(c)(3). The answer is…

While millions of generous Americans are able to double their donation impact through employer matching gift programs, many others aren’t…

Federal funding used to feel relatively predictable. Follow the rules, meet your deliverables, stay compliant, and your grant or contract…

The fundraising space is constantly changing, and this year brought both challenges and opportunities. Nonprofits are navigating economic uncertainty, changing…

The nonprofit sector has always operated in the messy intersection of public policy, community needs, and societal values. But in…

This is an edited version of comments Phil Buchanan made to the Maryland Philanthropy Network on September 17, 2025. These…