An article in Fast Company looks at what smaller organizations can do to create more powerful brands.
Putting a Human Face on Budget Sequestration
National Council of Nonprofits CEO Tim Delaney is trying to convey the human impact that budget sequestration will have and counting on the nonprofit sector to join him.
Most Big U.S. Aid Ranked “Poor” or “Moderate” on Transparency
The Publish What You Fund report on transparency among international aid operations suggests that large U.S. aid organizations still have work to do on their openness.
$500 Million Pledged at Concert in NYC’s Central Park
The Global Citizen Festival “became the largest syndicated charity concert in online and broadcast television history, generating over $500 million” in pledges to combat poverty.
Five Steps to Achieving Success with Pro Bono Techies
Like any discerning client, nonprofits should manage pro bono volunteers and consultants with the same attention they would manage a paid consultant.
What Should Be Asked at the First Presidential Debate
We have several questions that we would ask President Barack Obama and former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney at their first presidential debate tomorrow night.
Financier to Invest a Billion in Jobless…Respectfully
Financier Bill Conway has decided to invest $1 billion in helping low income individuals in the D.C. area, and his method of delivering the funding is drawing attention.
Silverman Video: Voter ID Laws Aim to “F—” Certain Groups
Comedian Sarah Silverman stars in a viral video that draws attention to concerns about voter ID laws. Despite the video’s foul language and comedic tone, it presents some solid arguments.
In Ky., the Komen, Planned Parenthood Locals Note the Fallout
What happens to local affiliates of a national organization when the national group’s image is called into question? The Susan G. Komen for the Cure affiliate in Lexington, Ky. is finding out.
Editorial Suggests Taxing Philly’s “Eds and Meds”
The Philadelphia Public Record argues that the city should tax nonprofit colleges and hospitals in the area, but gives another large group of nonprofit property owners—churches—a free pass.
Report Calls for Renewed Focus on African American Men and Boys
A new report from George Soros’ Open Society Foundations calls for a renewed commitment to African American men and boys on the part of philanthropy.
How Partisan Can One Get at a 501(c)(3) Event?
At a recent gala hosted by the 501(c)(3) Media Research Center, Republican National Committee Chairman Reince Priebus tested just how politically partisan one can get at a (c)(3) event.