January 05, 2023 9:30 am

Does he know what it takes to succeed? Read More

December 27, 2022 8:00 am

Game-changers for 2023 Read More

November 25, 2022 10:30 am

Giving thanks and praise to your favorite nonprofit. Read More

November 16, 2022 8:15 am

What are your holiday offerings? Read More

September 08, 2022 10:00 pm

Where does a nonprofit turn for help? Read More

August 29, 2022 8:00 am

Outside your bubble. Read More

August 08, 2022 3:30 pm

Building fundraising muscle. Read More

July 20, 2022 4:00 pm

How to multiply your nonprofit donation Read More

June 30, 2022 6:30 am

Can you stay in your lane? Read More

May 20, 2022 12:00 pm

Did your nonprofit make the needle move? Read More

May 06, 2022 1:30 pm

Are you a donor cultivator or a donor chaser? Read More

April 22, 2022 8:30 am

Special Events - all you need to know (Part II) Read More

April 16, 2022 4:00 pm

Special Events - all you need to know. Read More

March 23, 2022 8:30 am

Donor giving on automatic. Read More

March 12, 2022 2:30 pm

Fabulous female fundraisers Read More

February 24, 2022 2:00 pm

Who is your fund buddy? Read More

February 09, 2022 4:00 pm

Keep those volunteer leadership meetings exciting! Read More

January 17, 2022 5:00 pm

Delivering on your promise. Read More

November 01, 2021 10:00 am

Color within the lines - is that possible? Read More

October 05, 2021 10:00 am

Bigger vs better - is it a competition? Read More

September 17, 2021 10:45 am

Fundraising milestones - who needs them?1?! Read More

August 30, 2021 8:30 am

The best people on the planet. Read More

August 13, 2021 3:00 pm

Can I trust your nonprofit? Read More

August 02, 2021 9:00 am

Can we do it alone? Read More

July 20, 2021 9:00 am

Is money the only measure of success? Read More

June 14, 2021 8:00 am

Can your leadership be bought? Read More

June 01, 2021 9:30 am

It's nice to be wanted - recruiting board members. Read More

May 21, 2021 3:00 pm

Flaws and all – making the case internally. Read More

May 14, 2021 9:30 am

Is an Advisory Council added work or a blessing? Read More

May 07, 2021 1:00 pm

Start small, plan big. Read More

April 28, 2021 3:00 pm

Do your numbers tell the story? Read More

April 02, 2021 5:00 pm

What it takes to build a national brand. Read More

March 22, 2021 10:00 am

A behind the scenes look at the United Negro College Fund. Read More

February 23, 2021 10:00 am

Let's plan for 2021. Read More

February 15, 2021 3:00 pm

Don’t keep data out of decision making! Read More

January 28, 2021 11:30 am

Investments in capacity building carry forward for decades. Read More

January 11, 2021 1:00 pm

Are people lining up to serve on your nonprofit board? Read More

December 30, 2020 11:30 am

2020 windfall gifts: words of caution Read More

November 27, 2020 10:30 am

Can we reduce grant application frustration? Read More

October 06, 2020 10:00 am

In case of emergency, who do you call? Read More

September 11, 2020 10:00 am

Are you politically astute? Read More

August 31, 2020 8:30 am

Nonprofits retool to meet a community need: The right to vote Read More

August 22, 2020 7:00 am

Nonprofit leadership transition: how will you be judged, now or later Read More

July 20, 2020 8:00 am

Nonprofit CEO board meeting meltdown. Read More

July 06, 2020 9:30 am

Check your relevancy during times of transition Read More

May 28, 2020 9:30 am

Technology? Digital platforms? Not so fast! Read More

May 15, 2020 1:00 pm

Fundraising in the time of COVID 19; talk to your donors Read More

April 18, 2020 12:30 pm

Help for nonprofit leaders working from home. Read More

By Pearl and Mel Shaw

April 03, 2020 3:00 pm

Nonprofit soul searching – three things to do now. Read More

March 23, 2020 9:00 am

What to do now - don't lose your momentum. Read More

March 16, 2020 10:00 am

Is your Board engaged? Read More

March 05, 2020 11:00 am

HBCU alumni by birth. Read More

February 15, 2020 11:00 am

The cost of noncompliance. Read More

January 21, 2020 12:00 pm

Five ways to energize your fundraising for 2020. Read More

August 05, 2019 2:00 pm

How to raise our children to become philanthropists. Read More

July 27, 2019 12:00 pm

Hiring an HBCU president: questions for presidents and trustees. Read More

January 29, 2019 12:00 pm

Creating your own nonprofit business plan. Read More

July 06, 2018 12:00 pm

What if? Preparing for the future. Read More

June 29, 2018 8:30 am

A fresh approach to meetings. Read More

June 25, 2018 7:30 am

Crisis and community – nonprofits and fundraising in the Latino community. Read More

June 22, 2018 2:00 pm

Nonprofits and fundraising in the Latino community. Read More

Where are we going? What are we doing?

June 10, 2018 7:00 am

The importance of roles and responsibilities. Read More

June 01, 2018 3:00 pm

Technology and communication - keep it human! Read More

May 25, 2018 10:30 am

Nonprofits for “them” or for all of us? Read More

May 21, 2018 8:00 am

When is the right time for a fundraising campaign? Read More

May 11, 2018 12:00 pm

Corporate leaders offer more than money. Read More

April 24, 2018 1:30 pm

What is your fundraising legacy? Read More

April 13, 2018 11:00 am

Hiring your new leader. Read More

April 03, 2018 2:30 pm

Philanthropic investments in the Black community Read More

March 05, 2018 8:00 am

What’s a volanthropist? A dolunteer? Read More

February 12, 2018 7:00 am

Lane College, headed in the right direction. Read More

February 02, 2018 9:30 am

How to increase board giving and fundraising. Read More

January 26, 2018 11:30 am

Should Board members give? Read More

January 22, 2018 7:00 am

Volunteer management - key to nonprofit success. Read More

January 12, 2018 8:00 am

How to support nonprofit volunteers. Read More

January 08, 2018 6:30 am

The power of nonprofit volunteer leadership. Read More

December 29, 2017 9:00 am

2017: Pass or fail? Read More

December 17, 2017 10:00 am

Arts as a strategy for community and economic development. Read More

December 09, 2017 9:30 am

What’s under the tree for your nonprofit? Read More

December 04, 2017 8:00 am

Online giving and sexual harassment. Read More

November 24, 2017 9:45 am

Honor the people in your life. Read More

November 11, 2017 12:00 pm

What business are we in? Read More

November 03, 2017 9:30 am

Start where you are. Read More

October 23, 2017 11:45 am

Three things you need to know to solicit a gift for a nonprofit. Read More

A special column for nonprofit leaders

October 02, 2017 9:45 am

Are you too busy to fundraise? Read More

September 23, 2017 9:00 am

Does your special event make money? Read More

September 11, 2017 7:30 am

Strike while the iron is hot! Read More

September 01, 2017 9:30 am

Teamwork and strategy – 4 keys to success. Read More

August 11, 2017 11:00 am

Radical thoughts about nonprofit boards. Read More

August 07, 2017 8:00 am

What the CFRE??##!!? Read More

July 30, 2017 7:00 am

Money is not enough. Read More

July 21, 2017 10:30 am

Board summer refreshers. Read More

July 14, 2017 8:30 am

Time for a retreat! Read More

July 06, 2017 12:30 pm

Are you intimidated by your nonprofit peers? Read More

June 10, 2017 10:00 am

Planned confusion solutions. Read More

May 19, 2017 11:30 am

Understanding the fundraising process will decrease your stress. Read More

May 12, 2017 7:30 am

Three powerful fundraising tools. Read More

May 05, 2017 4:45 pm

A powerful way to honor mothers. Read More

April 28, 2017 6:30 am

Choosing and using a donor management system. Read More

April 21, 2017 11:00 am

Choosing and using a donor management system. Read More

April 14, 2017 8:30 am

Five ways to de-energize your board. Read More

April 07, 2017 3:00 pm

Responding to rejection: retreat or resilience? Read More

April 03, 2017 8:30 am

What every board member should know. Read More

March 17, 2017 8:00 am

The pros and cons of engaging political leaders. Read More

March 10, 2017 11:00 am

How to build a successful volunteer engagement program. Read More

March 03, 2017 7:30 am

Gifts for gifts? What is your practice when it comes to thanking donors? Read More

February 27, 2017 9:00 am

Secrets to passionate leadership. Read More

February 21, 2017 9:00 am

What is "capacity" and "infrastructure?" Read More

Reliving history with Melvin Shaw

February 17, 2017 8:00 am

Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune - world class fundraiser. Read More

February 08, 2017 7:00 am

More than a plan: Three things you need to implement your fundraising plan. Read More

January 30, 2017 7:00 am

Where will the funding come from? Read More

January 13, 2017 12:00 pm

10 ways to refine your fundraising readiness in 2017. Read More

January 06, 2017 4:30 pm

Defining your giving priorities in 2017. Read More

December 30, 2016 7:00 am

The fundraising doctor is in! Read More

December 26, 2016 7:30 am

The FUNdraising Doctor is in! Read More

December 16, 2016 11:30 am

Friendraising: historic civil rights site restoration. Read More

December 11, 2016 7:00 am

Three things you can do to launch fundraising in the new year. Read More

December 05, 2016 7:00 am

Diversity and inclusion. Read More

How to integrate and align fundraising with your mission.

November 18, 2016 2:30 pm

Creating a culture of fundraising – part two. Read More

November 11, 2016 2:00 pm

Creating a culture of fundraising. Read More

Don’t wait until everyone resigns

November 04, 2016 11:30 am

Three ways to retain staff and board members. Read More

Part 2 of an interview with Kim Moss

September 02, 2016 7:00 am

How to prepare for a Board meeting Read More

An interview with Kim Moss

August 28, 2016 7:00 am

Four secrets to nonprofit growth. Read More

Part two of a two part series: An interview with Leland Faust

August 19, 2016 8:30 am

Five guidelines for managing nonprofit funds Read More

Part one of a two part series: An interview with Leland Faust

August 12, 2016 2:00 pm

You've raised the money, now how do you keep it? Read More

August 05, 2016 8:00 am

How to be a successful board member. Part II. Read More

July 30, 2016 8:00 am

So,you want to be a college president? Read More

July 25, 2016 12:00 pm

Three ways to elevate your volunteer engagement program. Read More

July 18, 2016 7:00 am

Nonprofits can help America heal. Read More

July 11, 2016 7:00 am

2015 was America's most generous year ever Read More

July 05, 2016 7:00 am

Is your nonprofit legit? Three things you need to know. Read More

June 27, 2016 3:30 pm

ArtsMemphis receives a Community Engagement Award Read More

Dignity. Honor. Respect.

June 13, 2016 8:30 am

Grassroots fundraising success: $58 million new senior residence and center. Read More

May 27, 2016 9:00 am

How to be a confident nonprofit solicitor. Read More

May 23, 2016 9:00 am

Fundraising matchmaking: solicitors and prospects. Read More

May 13, 2016 4:10 pm

Engaging nonprofit board members: Got a minute for the minutes? Read More

May 09, 2016 7:00 am

The power of time and volunteers. Read More

May 02, 2016 11:00 am

Windfall gifts: blessing or a curse? Read More

April 22, 2016 8:00 am

Where’s the money? How do you process gifts? Read More

April 08, 2016 12:30 pm

It’s April – how is your year-end fundraising? Read More

April 01, 2016 8:30 am

Double check: why you need a proofreader. Read More

March 25, 2016 7:30 am

Wearing many hats in an organization is not a bad thing Read More

March 21, 2016 7:30 am

What is the grantmaking process at your organization? Read More

March 14, 2016 7:00 am

A nonprofit communication checklist to assess your organization. Read More

March 05, 2016 8:30 am

What is your brand? Read More

March 02, 2016 6:30 am

Avoid the special events pitfalls. Read More

February 26, 2016 8:30 am

Making the needle move: Corporate men behind the birth of the UNCF telethon Read More

February 22, 2016 5:00 pm

Making the needle move: The birth of the UNCF telethon Read More

February 08, 2016 6:30 am

Philanthropy is alive and well in the African American community. Read More

January 28, 2016 9:45 am

The ingredients of a quality meeting. Read More

December 25, 2015 7:00 am

A time to look back. Read More

December 23, 2015 10:00 am

Creative Christmas gifts for your favorite nonprofit. Read More

December 08, 2015 6:30 am

How would you rate yourself as a fundraiser? Read More

November 24, 2015 8:00 am

Annual giving - five ways to say thank you. Read More

November 16, 2015 9:00 am

A week focused on philanthropy kicks off with Giving Tuesday. Read More

November 06, 2015 11:00 am

Many small donors or a few large donors? Read More

October 19, 2015 10:00 am

Stand Beside Her, a new Girl Scouts advocacy campaign Read More

October 12, 2015 9:00 am

Keys to unlocking Board involvement in fundraising. Read More

October 02, 2015 7:30 am

Resources and mindfulness in the life of nonprofits. Read More

Interview with Lisa Hoffman, Fundraising Guru

September 30, 2015 11:30 am

The elements of fundraising success. Part one. Read More

September 18, 2015 9:00 am

Walking a mile in her shoes. Read More

September 14, 2015 7:00 am

How to raise funds without a powerful board. Read More

Ten solutions to a board that won’t fundraise

September 04, 2015 9:00 am

Fundraising in an imperfect world– Part One Read More

August 28, 2015 7:00 am

12 things to consider before you start a nonprofit Read More

August 21, 2015 7:00 am

How to create a fundraising plan. Read More

August 14, 2015 8:00 am

Black Philanthropy Month. Moving from recipients to donors. Read More

August 07, 2015 7:00 am

The nonprofit solicitation cycle. Read More

August 03, 2015 7:00 am

What is a worthy cause? Read More

July 28, 2015 8:00 am

Nonprofit fundraising values. Read More

Three more things you need to know before writing a proposal

July 19, 2015 10:00 am

How to write targeted proposals. Read More

July 16, 2015 7:00 am

Six things you should know before writing a proposal. Read More

July 04, 2015 11:00 am

Annual meetings are important for nonprofit governance. Read More

June 27, 2015 11:30 am

Is customer service a priority for nonprofits? Read More

June 23, 2015 8:00 am

Giving USA – who gives the most? – individuals! Read More

June 12, 2015 1:00 pm

Excuses, the scourge of nonprofit fundraising. Read More

June 05, 2015 11:30 am

So, you want to build your nonprofit a new building? Read More

June 01, 2015 7:00 am

Supporting nonprofit organizations that support fatherhood. Read More

May 23, 2015 7:30 am

Grant proposal submitted. Now what? Read More

May 16, 2015 7:00 am

Hiring your fantasy fundraiser. Read More

May 08, 2015 10:30 am

How to create your celebrity fantasy nonprofit Board Read More

May 02, 2015 7:30 am

The seven roles of a winning fundraising team. Read More

April 17, 2015 10:00 am

Five compelling questions to ask when interviewing for a fundraising job. Read More

April 13, 2015 7:00 am

Five thought provoking questions to ask job candidates. Read More

April 03, 2015 1:00 pm

Butterfly effect - be a butterfly and pay it forward. Read More

March 27, 2015 9:00 am

Transforming healthcare: From challenge to success Read More

March 20, 2015 9:00 am

Healthcare revitalization Read More

March 13, 2015 1:00 pm

That’s what friends are for! Read More

March 06, 2015 6:30 am

Why are you running a capital campaign? Read More

March 02, 2015 10:30 am

The contributions of women in philanthropy Read More

February 20, 2015 11:30 am

Lion King actor gives back to cities across the country Read More

February 13, 2015 9:30 am

Professional development pays dividends Read More

February 07, 2015 12:30 pm

The "Carnegie Hall or Bust" Fundraiser. Part Two. Read More

January 30, 2015 1:00 pm

The “Carnegie Hall or Bust” Fundraiser,Part I Read More

January 23, 2015 9:30 am

Part two of our focus on how to determine nonprofit software costs Read More

January 16, 2015 9:00 am

Three ways to evaluate non-profit technology. Read More

January 09, 2015 10:00 am

Time to recommit to fundraising. Read More

January 06, 2015 9:00 am

Media coverage is more than a press release for non-profit groups Read More

December 22, 2014 8:00 am

Is your partnership for show or for real? Read More

December 12, 2014 9:30 am

Social change and nonprofits – more than fundraising Read More

December 05, 2014 10:30 am

Year end reflections - Part Two Read More

December 01, 2014 9:00 am

Year End Reflections – Part One Read More

A new focus on giving this Thanksgiving

November 21, 2014 9:00 am

Forget Black Friday and focus on Giving Tuesday, December 2nd. Read More

November 14, 2014 1:00 pm

The wise donor, moving beyond emotion. Read More

November 07, 2014 12:30 pm

How to solicit a gift for a nonprofit organization Read More

October 31, 2014 12:30 pm

Year-end giving. It's not too late. Read More

October 17, 2014 8:00 am

Hidden fundraising challenges Read More

October 10, 2014 8:30 am

Two quotes to inform your leadership. Read More

October 03, 2014 1:00 pm

Five alternative ways to give back Read More

September 26, 2014 8:00 am

Leadership and Fundraising. Read More

September 18, 2014 7:30 am

Legislation meant to simplify applying for college financial aid. Read More

September 12, 2014 7:00 am

Five out the box questions when hiring a fundraising professional. Read More

September 06, 2014 8:30 am

Five things to consider before you accept a fundraising position. Read More

Ice Bucket Challenge

August 23, 2014 7:00 am

ALS fundraising campaign catches fire across nation. Read More

August 16, 2014 7:30 am

Kentucky State University interim president is leading by example. Read More

August 08, 2014 7:00 am

The First 72 – Don’t kill your fundraising. Read More

August 05, 2014 8:00 am

Helping reader Judy Davis reach her fundraising goal. Read More

July 26, 2014 6:30 am

Profiling the success of our readers - this week Judy Davis. Read More

July 21, 2014 6:00 am

Development Director Turnover: Are fundraising fables getting in your way? Read More

July 11, 2014 1:00 pm

Welcome home baby boomers! Read More

July 03, 2014 7:00 am

Grow your talent pool: recruit people over 55. Read More

June 27, 2014 8:00 am

Compromise, relationships and faith. Read More

June 20, 2014 1:00 pm

Accountability and Trust: Keys to Partnership. Read More

June 16, 2014 6:30 am

Creating a nonprofit/private/public partnership. Read More

June 06, 2014 12:30 pm

How to sabotage your fundraising: potholes to look out for. Read More

May 30, 2014 12:00 pm

The importance of an RFP when contracting for fundraising services. Read More

May 23, 2014 9:00 am

Who is your ideal fundraising partner? Read More

May 17, 2014 7:00 am

Graduating to a lifetime of giving. Read More

May 12, 2014 7:30 am

African American men make giving easy and meaningful. Read More

May 02, 2014 6:00 am

African American men find a new way to give back. Read More

April 11, 2014 10:30 am

How to work with a fundraising professional to realize success. Read More

April 04, 2014 9:30 am

Using business cards as a prospecting tool for potential donors Read More

March 28, 2014 9:30 am

When asking for support are you begging or fundraising? Read More

March 21, 2014 6:30 am

Six things you should do as a Board member of a not-for-profit group. Read More

March 14, 2014 10:00 am

Launching a comprehensive fundraising campaign. Read More

March 07, 2014 8:30 am

Packaging your fundraising campaign. Read More

February 28, 2014 8:00 am

Four ways to grow your college alumni association. Read More

February 14, 2014 10:00 pm

A look at giving back among Blacks. Read More

January 31, 2014 8:30 am

It's not about you. Mutuality is a must in fundraising. Read More

January 24, 2014 6:30 am

A look at young women philanthropists. Read More

January 17, 2014 10:00 am

You must invest time to realize returns on fundraising efforts. Read More

December 20, 2013 10:00 am

Get ready for fundraising success in 2014 by reflecting on 2013. Read More

December 13, 2013 11:00 am

Part one of our two-part look back at fundraising in 2013. Read More

December 06, 2013 7:30 am

The National Civil Rights Museum, a fundraising success story. Read More

November 27, 2013 6:30 am

How do you account for your organization's fundraising? Read More

November 15, 2013 6:00 am

Consider the power of words and their impact on success. Read More

November 01, 2013 7:30 am

We need Black corporate executives to invest in Black colleges. Read More

October 26, 2013 6:30 am

Encouraging support for our nation's veterans' homes. Read More

October 20, 2013 7:00 am

Not-for-profit organizations need to avoid fundraising in a crisis. Read More

October 11, 2013 7:30 am

Tips for effective year-end fundraising campaigns. Read More

September 27, 2013 12:00 pm

The last segment of our 3-part series on Black philanthropy and museums. Read More

September 20, 2013 5:00 am

Questions for African American philanthropic support of museums. Read More

September 14, 2013 6:00 am

African-American philanthropy and museums: encouraged & optimistic. Read More

September 06, 2013 7:30 am

For nonprofits is fundraising an investment or afterthought? Read More

August 31, 2013 7:00 am

Can your nonprofit's budget support its strategic vision? Read More

August 24, 2013 7:00 am

Nonprofits must establish clear policies and procedures to succeed. Read More

August 16, 2013 12:01 am

The balance between private sector efficiency and nonprofit service. Read More

August 11, 2013 6:30 am

Supporting a not-for-profit is about more than 'feeling good.' Read More

August 02, 2013 7:00 am

You can't sell what you don't know; a chat with a nonprofit leader. Read More

July 27, 2013 7:00 am

Workshops,seminars and conferences: blessing or curse? Read More

Evaluate your nonprofit from a funder’s perspective

July 19, 2013 10:30 am

How will a prospective funder evaluate your organization? Read More

July 12, 2013 7:30 am

Establishing your value in corporate partnerships. Read More

July 03, 2013 6:30 am

Are you making investments in fund development and infrastructure. Read More

June 28, 2013 7:30 am

How to properly account for overhead costs for your nonprofit group. Read More

June 21, 2013 7:00 am

You should mine your donor database to find ways to solicit larger gifts. Read More

June 17, 2013 12:30 pm

Setting your fundraising goals for 2014. Read More

June 07, 2013 7:00 am

The tools to cultivate transformational giving. Read More

May 31, 2013 7:00 am

Seeing donors as partners in meeting your fundraising goals. Read More

May 24, 2013 7:30 am

Taking a look at transformational philanthropy. Read More

May 17, 2013 11:00 am

Preparing your organization for a major capital campaign. Read More

May 11, 2013 6:00 am

A foundation in Boston takes a unique approach to helping nonprofits. Read More

May 03, 2013 6:00 am

Creating a continuity plan for your organization to handle emergencies. Read More

April 26, 2013 6:00 am

Five suggestions on how to prepare for a natural disaster. Read More

April 19, 2013 9:00 am

The business case for corporate support of not-for-profits. Read More

April 12, 2013 10:30 am

Fundraising and your mobile device; giving at your fingertips. Read More

April 05, 2013 6:00 am

How to get the meeting to ask for the funds your organization needs. Read More

March 29, 2013 8:30 am

How do you ask for the contribution your organization needs? Read More

March 22, 2013 6:00 am

A month to honor women role models in fundraising. Read More

March 15, 2013 11:30 am

Guidance for seeking a leadership position in the non-profit sector. Read More

Will a new logo raise money?

March 08, 2013 11:00 am

Think first before embarking on a logo redesign for your organization. Read More

March 01, 2013 6:00 am

Team building is the secret to fundraising success, Part II Read More

February 22, 2013 6:00 am

Team building is the secret to fundraising success. Read More

February 15, 2013 8:00 am

The UNCF Telethon, a Black History game changer. Read More

February 07, 2013 8:00 am

Saluting the founder of the United Negro College Fund. Read More