Building the Intermediary Ecosystem: Three Core Tenets
Philanthropy has experienced an explosion in intermediaries in the past decade and I was privileged to have a front-row seat…
How to Secure Long-Term Customers for Small Businesses
As a small business owner concerned with getting your company off the ground, you’re probably extremely worried about financial management…
What Do Grantees Think of Intermediary Funders?
Over the past decade, there has been a significant rise in both the interest in and number of intermediary organizations…
The Washington Charitable Solicitations Act
Like many jurisdictions, Washington regulates charitable donation solicitations. In Washington, charitable solicitation rules are codified in the Charitable Solicitations Act,…
The Giving Done Right Podcast is Back for Season Four
Listen to the trailer here. I’m thrilled to announce that the Giving Done Right podcast is returning for another season! This summer,…
Choosing Your Capital Campaign Support System: A Guide
A capital campaign comes with high stakes. Your organization’s financial goals are ambitious, and the projects you hope to fund…
Ballot Measure Advocacy – Charity Lawyer Blog
501(c)(3)s can play a significant role in shaping public policy around issues related to their exempt purposes. Advocacy can take…
Navigating the Equity Journey at Lean Foundations
In the evolving landscape of philanthropy, lean funders — those operating with few or no staff — are playing a…
3 Common Nonprofit Audit Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
Independent financial audits may be mandated by your state’s charitable solicitation licensing requirements. Although they can seem like a lot…
As the Planet Heats Up, New Trends Drive Climate Giving
After the hottest year on record, 2024 has continued to bring unprecedented heat and extreme weather events. Today, 80 percent…