Modern philanthropy has been an obstacle to citizen participation argues Schambra. The true work of philanthropy should not be solving problems but supporting citizens in solving their own.
Government Funding, Use It Well
Nonprofits need not give up their identities when they engage in government contracts. Peters looks at how nonprofits can use government funding and achieve their goals as community organizations.
Essentials for Advancing Nonprofit Advocacy: Board Leadership
Avner explains why your board is a powerful but often underused resource.
The Cutting Edge of Exclusion: How Government Is Disqualifying Charities It Doesn’t Like from State
Some state administrations are redefining which organizations can participate in state employee charitable campaigns and cutting out those they don’t like in the process.
Nonprofits: Never Too Late to Get Involved in Voter Participation
Start small and start now. It’s not too late. Two activists describe how and why.
Nonprofits and Taxes
Taxes support vital services that are central to the health of our communities and the work we do, so why are nonprofits so passive when it comes to taxes?
Analyzing the Dynamics of Funding: Reliability and Autonomy
The nature of nonprofit revenues can make a world of difference in strategy and planning. The author’s framework assists managers and boards in understanding their current revenue and its limitations.
Nonprofits and the Economy: Still on the Edge
The economy is up, but should your spirits be too? Not if you rely on government funds or foundation grants. Recent data point to more troubling times ahead for nonprofits.
To Fee or Not to Fee? (And Related Questions)
As organizations increasingly look to earned income to supplement their revenue, this article, based on a chapter in a new book published by the National Center on Nonprofit Enterprise and the Foundation Center, provides insights into some important decisions nonprofits face.
What Does Accountability Mean These Days?
NPQ’s Editor in Chief thinks the catchphrase “accountability” is going stale, or spoiled.
Learning from the Mistakes of Some . . . and the Bravery of Others
Why do some community-based nonprofits sound more like each other than the diverse communities they serve?
One for the Money, Two for the Show: Nonprofits as Conduits for Political Influence
Cohen details how some nonprofits and foundations are being misused, to grease relations between business and politicians, and peddle influence in the name of good causes.