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Fund Raisers and Recruiters Weigh Value of Certification

Sun, 20 Mar 2011 13:00:00 EDT

Social media and increased emphasis on ethics are part of a new version of a test fund raisers must pass to gain professional certification.

Getting Fund-Raiser Certification

Sun, 20 Mar 2011 13:00:00 EDT

Key facts about how the certification process for fund raisers works.

Getting Volunteers to Raise Money: Tips for Success

Sun, 20 Mar 2011 13:00:00 EDT

Competition and social connections can help spur efforts by supporters to attract charitable contributions.

A N.C. Arts Council Steers an $83-Million Drive Through the Bad Economy

Sun, 20 Mar 2011 13:00:00 EDT

Business and arts leaders joined forces to turn Charlotte, N.C., into a cultural force, overcoming many hurdles when the banking crisis caused massive layoffs.

Economy and Politics Cause Problems for Charities Seeking Bequests

Sun, 16 May 2010 15:00:00 EDT

Bequests and other estate gifts have slowed considerably because of the economy, and the uncertainty over the federal estate tax is making matters worse.

Fellowships Help Up-and-Coming Leaders Learn Management Skills

Sun, 16 May 2010 15:00:00 EDT

A fellowship program that prepares people to become executive directors covers financial management and fund raising as well as negotiating and balancing work and home life.

A N.Y. Program Helps Ease Transitions for New CEO’s

Sun, 16 May 2010 14:00:00 EDT

The New School is helping executives navigate the difficult task of leading an organization that has just lost its founder.

Do Charity Executives Need MBA’s?

Sun, 16 May 2010 14:00:00 EDT

As charities adopt more businesslike tactics, many aspiring nonprofit executives are considering getting a master's degree in business. However, experts say it's not clear whether those degrees are essential.

PG Calc Gift Administration

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:08:00 EST

PG Calc Education

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:04:00 EST

PG Calc Calculations and Proposals

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:02:00 EST

PG Calc Marketing

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 11:59:00 EST

PG Calc Consulting

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 11:56:00 EST

Sage-CaseStudyJCPA

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 11:15:00 EST

Sage-FundraisingSoftwareTheRightFit

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 11:13:00 EST

Sage-EvaluatingTrueCost

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 11:09:00 EST

Sage-ImportanceOfOptions

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 11:03:00 EST

Donor2-CaseStudySnapshot

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 10:27:00 EST

The Children's Hospital promotes superior pediatric wellness through dedicated volunteerism. The Foundation raises funds for Major Projects throughout the community. They also support the Children's Miracle Network Telethon and have a very active Annual Giving Program. In addition, the Foundation provides volunteers for the hospital.

Donor2-MaintainingDataIntegrity

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 10:22:00 EST

Donor2-HowtoAchieveDataIntegrity

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 10:20:00 EST

Donor2-WhatisDataIntegrity?

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 10:17:00 EST

Blackbaud-ReportingBack

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 14:51:00 EST

Blackbaud-IdentifyingYourBestPotentialDonors

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 14:46:00 EST

Blackbaud-MakingFundraisingTechnology

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 14:44:00 EST

Success in fundraising requires more than top-notch software and support, but if your technology does not allow for process automation and easy management of data, you can expect more work and waste in the long run. Inconsistent and redundant data entry often results in costly mistakes that can be eliminated with an integrated technology solution that saves both time and money.

Blackbaud-EnhancingYourFundraising

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 14:38:00 EST

WealthEngine-WealthScreenings

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 12:50:00 EST

Shhh-it's a secret. Discover what forward-thinking fundraisers have known all along-data mining is not just for major gifts. That's right, astute development directors know that they can leverage their electronic screening results to improve their annual fund bottom line. And you can do it, too.