Working Board vs. Governing Board: Understanding Roles
Every nonprofit has a board, but not every board operates in the same manner. Some are intensely hands-on, while others…
Social Enterprise vs Nonprofit: Key Differences Explained
The lines between business and charity are blurrier than ever. Terms like “social enterprise” and “social entrepreneurship” are often used…
Learning From Partners: Paul Hamlyn Foundation’s Grantee-Focused Approach to Continuous Improvement
“We think through what we’re doing, but we also know that nothing is ever perfect. We’re not trying to create…
Designing A Donation Page That Converts Interest Into Action
You’ve built a strong case for your mission. Your campaigns are driving traffic to your site. But when it comes…
Unpaid Payroll Taxes and Nonprofit Challenges
Payroll taxes are not optional. Yet many nonprofits, especially small or cash-strapped ones, fall behind. When that happens, the IRS…
Preserving and Rebuilding Public Data Systems: A Framework for Funders
Every year, like many peers at other foundations, I partner with grantmaking teams to draft learning plans. We revisit assumptions,…
5 Effective Design Elements to Include in Nonprofit Merch
Designing custom nonprofit merchandise like t-shirts, sweatshirts, tote bags, and other apparel and accessories does more than just generate fundraising…
Opening the Doors: How a Lean Foundation Modernized Processes and Created New Channels of Communication with Grantees
The Champlin Foundation, a Rhode Island-based funder focused on capital investments, worked with the Center for Effective Philanthropy (CEP) on…
5 Features to Look for in Application & Review Software
Your association or nonprofit membership program likely offers many perks members can take advantage of simply for their own edification…
How to Scale Volunteer Grants with Limited Nonprofit Staff
Grow Corporate Volunteerism with Double the Donation Volunteering Ready to take your volunteer grant programs to the next level? With…