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Can Nonprofits Engage in Political Activity? Created: Saturday, September 24, 2011 Updated: Wednesday, May 22, 2013
There are a number of types of nonprofits under IRS rules. Which ones may be politically engaged and which ones may not? Here are the rules.
Examples of Effective Email Subject Lines that Get the Click Created: Saturday, December 12, 2009 Updated: Thursday, May 09, 2013
Not every email subject line is going to win an award, but more of yours can win the click with a little effort and attention.
8 Grant Proposal Writing Tips Created: Sunday, September 06, 2009 Updated: Thursday, May 09, 2013
Writing a grant proposal is different from other writing you might do for your nonprofit. With grants, slow, steady, and organized work better than flights of fancy.
Social Change Anytime Everywhere - A Review Created: Sunday, May 05, 2013 Updated: Monday, May 06, 2013
Have you ever wondered how the multichannel campaigns that grab our attention everyday stay on track, organized, and focused? This book reveals the principles behind the tactics that any organizati...
5 Mother's Day Gifts that Make a Difference Created: Saturday, April 30, 2011 Updated: Saturday, May 04, 2013
Holidays are wonderful opportunities for charitable giving. There are so many charities that offer special Mother's Day promotions and plenty of retailers who offer merchandise with a cause attache...
How to Promote Employee Matching Gifts to Your Donors Created: Friday, May 03, 2013 Updated: Saturday, May 04, 2013
Every dollar counts when charities fund raise. That's why matching gifts, available to many employees, should not be overlooked. Nonprofits can help remind donors about matching opportunities.
Employee Matching Gift Programs - What They Are and How They Work Created: Saturday, March 23, 2013 Updated: Saturday, May 04, 2013
Matching employee charitable giving is fundamental to modern corporate philanthropy. But how do these programs work, and how can your charity benefit?
7 Types of Corporate Giving Programs Created: Sunday, October 14, 2012 Updated: Saturday, May 04, 2013
There are many ways corporations spread their charitable dollars throughout communities. Here are seven of the most common types of corporate giving programs.
Adam Weinger - Guest Author Created: Sunday, October 14, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 03, 2013
Bio of Adam Weinger, guest author for About.com.
Why Your Nonprofit Should Be on Facebook Created: Wednesday, May 01, 2013 Updated: Wednesday, May 01, 2013
Are you a nonprofit that thinks Facebook just isn't worth the effort? You might want to think again after reading these seven reasons why it might be good for you and your supporters.
Julie Welles, Guest Author Created: Sunday, April 28, 2013 Updated: Wednesday, May 01, 2013
Julie Welles is a marketer who works with faith-based organizations, nonprofits, and businesses to establish themselves on the web and in social media networks. She is a guest author at About.com.
On a Cloud: New Grants Management Options for the 21st Century Created: Saturday, April 20, 2013 Updated: Wednesday, May 01, 2013
Grants management has grown up. From Excel spreadsheet to sophisticated cloud-based software, coordinating your nonprofit's grants program has gotten easier.
Nonprofit Blog Carnival Archives Created: Sunday, December 23, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Here are the archives of the Nonprofit Blog Carnival for the recent past.
Nonprofit Blog Carnival Created: Tuesday, November 10, 2009 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
The Nonprofit Blog Carnival features the best that consultants and nonprofits have to offer in the way of advice about fundraising, marketing, multichannel communications, grant writing and more.
How to Promote Your Nonprofit Created: Saturday, August 30, 2008 Updated: Thursday, April 25, 2013
Nonprofit marketing is all about speaking up about your cause. Don't be shy if you want donors, volunteers, and supporters of all kinds. Here are some of the most effective methods.
How to Get Your Board to Step Up to the Plate in Fundraising Created: Sunday, June 17, 2007 Updated: Thursday, April 25, 2013
The number one problem with nonprofit boards is that it is often difficult for them to fully understand their fundraising responsibilities. Here are some tips for overcoming that.
How to Use Social Media to Win More Grants Created: Saturday, March 16, 2013 Updated: Sunday, April 21, 2013
If you think that grant writers just sit in their cubicles and write all the time, think again. Today, grant writers and their organizations must be active on social media too.
Heather Stombaugh - Guest Author Created: Monday, February 13, 2012 Updated: Sunday, April 21, 2013
Heather Stombaugh is a guest writer for about.com
The New Media Relations for Nonprofits Created: Sunday, October 04, 2009 Updated: Saturday, April 20, 2013
Social media has drastically changed media relations. Nonprofits that want to get their stories out need to know how to connect with reporters and bloggers in new ways.
Helping Charity One Step at a Time Created: Sunday, July 26, 2009 Updated: Wednesday, April 17, 2013
Millions of people run, walk, and ride for charity every year. They are all interested in giving back, raising awareness of a cause, and staying in shape along the way.
Top Must-Have Publications for Nonprofits Created: Friday, June 15, 2007 Updated: Tuesday, April 16, 2013
These publications are the most widely consulted in the nonprofit sector. They are must-reads for anyone working in a nonprofit.
10 Steps to a Nonprofit Issues Management Program Created: Monday, August 25, 2008 Updated: Tuesday, April 16, 2013
Use these tips to set up an issues management program for your nonprofit. Learn to identify critical issues and how to prepare a response.
Top Tips for Effective Nonprofit Crisis Planning Created: Friday, June 15, 2007 Updated: Tuesday, April 16, 2013
Crisis management is key to the success of nonprofit organizations. Don't delay your crisis planning. Don't ruin your hard-won reputation by handling difficult situations badly.
Attract Media to Your Nonprofit with an Online Press Room Created: Tuesday, June 09, 2009 Updated: Tuesday, April 16, 2013
It is more important than ever to have a basic online newsroom on your nonprofit website in order to attract the media and impress them. Here's what you should put there.
How to Market Your Nonprofit on YouTube Created: Monday, February 25, 2013 Updated: Thursday, April 04, 2013
If it seems as though video sharing is taking over the world, you're probably right. But nonprofits can benefit from the trend too. Here's how to make the most of YouTube for your cause.
Marissa Garza – Contributing Author Created: Sunday, May 13, 2012 Updated: Monday, April 01, 2013
Marissa Garza specializes in social media for nonprofits, writing for Donor Dreams and About.com.
Social Media For Nonprofits: The Dos and Don'ts of Sharing Created: Monday, April 01, 2013 Updated: Monday, April 01, 2013
Sharing on social media is like walking a tightrope. It's essential, but stepping over the line and oversharing is easy to do. How much should nonprofits share? How often?
Top Facts About Youth Volunteers Created: Friday, June 15, 2007 Updated: Wednesday, March 20, 2013
Young people actually volunteer at a much greater rate than adults. How can you take advantage of this youthful drive to do good?
Lots of Problems with Exceed Basic Created: Thursday, March 07, 2013 Updated: Thursday, March 07, 2013
Lots of problems with Exceed basic, according to this reviewer.
Is Your Nonprofit Board Bored? Created: Monday, January 28, 2008 Updated: Monday, March 04, 2013
Board boredom is commonplace. Don't lose your board members to ennui because they are not engaged.
National Service Makes a Comeback Created: Saturday, January 17, 2009 Updated: Monday, March 04, 2013
National Service has taken off in recent years, spurred by a service-minded president and new legislation that calls on Americans to give back.
Tips for Using LinkedIn for Nonprofits Created: Sunday, January 16, 2011 Updated: Wednesday, February 27, 2013
For tips on using LinkedIn, I asked members of a nonprofit group there to suggest their best ones. Their generosity in sharing is characteristic of the entire network. LinkedIn folks are very gene...

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