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Philanthropy

Why Do People Give to Charity?

Giving is motivated by humans’ deeply held need to find meaning in life.

By Sean Stannard-Stockton | 7 | Mar. 12, 2008
 

Nonprofits

Sixty Ways to Leave Your Merger Partner or When a Board Just Can’t Say “I do”

Why nonprofits unmerge.

By Jean Butzen | Mar. 11, 2008
 

Philanthropy

Issues that Matter

Nine issues that should matter to you -- and why.

By Lucy Bernholz | Mar. 5, 2008
 

Nonprofits

Do You Have Nonprofit Navel-Gazing Syndrome?

Don't assume your donors share your view of the world.

By Jeff Brooks | 3 | Mar. 3, 2008
 

Nonprofits

Competing for the People Our Missions Deserve

Dreams for the nonprofit work environment.

By Peter Manzo | 5 | Feb. 26, 2008
 

Nonprofits

A Touch of Sanity in the Chicago Nonprofit Sector

Members of Chicago's United Way have formed a cooperative to share back-office functions.

By Jean Butzen | Feb. 26, 2008
 

Nonprofits

Is Capacity Building Making a Comeback in the Face of Economic Downturn?

There's no time like the present to focus on building the capacity of your nonprofit to withstand the changing economic landscape.

By Rosetta Thurman | Feb. 19, 2008
 

Nonprofits

In Praise of Fixed Board Member Contributions

Why it's important to establish minimums for board gifts.

By The Nonprofiteer | Feb. 19, 2008
 

Philanthropy

Notes on Nonprofit Networks

How do nonprofit networks work, and what does it mean for foundation funding?

By Lucy Bernholz | 2 | Feb. 12, 2008
 

Philanthropy

Why Vivid Storytelling Inspires Giving

Ditch the statistics -- to fundraise more effectively use story.

By Perla Ni | 9 | Feb. 5, 2008