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A Development Plan that sits on your shelf in a pretty binder is useless. Use this advice to bring your development plan to life and truly build your capacity.

A phrase many have heard and used before. This author digs into what it means and ways to help nonprofit leaders navigate and successfully land those planes.

Your people are your most important resource. Since they are doing such amazing work, don’t allow policies that punish them, but look to reward, encourage, and celebrate them instead.

The sorry state of donor retention has been a topic of discussion for at least the past decade. Yet too many nonprofits still don’t prioritize donor retention strategies. A prompt, personal, powerful thank you is the bare minimum.

Some executives are leaving because of burnout. Others are taking the opportunity to move to larger groups. The changes wrought by the pandemic and the push for equity mean that some nonprofits are fundamentally different organizations than they were in 2019.

We all know the power of focus, the magical results when we can remain single-minded in our effort. Sometimes you’ll hear someone brag about how great they are at multitasking. For most of us, that is a fallacy. Research shows that’s not how we’re wired.

Cindi Phallen offers up some important tips on strengthening a crucial partnership.

The survey from Classy of 1,000 event attendees sought to uncover what elements of an event make attendees feel engaged, safe, and motivated to give.

Tackling a large capital campaign initiative is daunting under any circumstances. But finding strategic partners that understand philanthropy, your mission and your unique circumstances can make even seemingly insurmountable goals achievable.