January 10, 2026

CFRE vs. NANOE – Which Nonprofit Credential Benefits Me The Most in 2026?

Here’s a management idea we may want to consider this upcoming year. Industry leaders who succeed in 2026 will possess the humility to grow alongside a dramatically changing nonprofit world. World events, artificial intelligence and shifting expectations require leaders to invest in their own personal development. By doing so, they strengthen their organizations, inspire their teams, and ensure they are prepared not just to manage today’s challenges, but to lead with clarity and confidence in a […]
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from | 501c3.buzz
February 4, 2026

Excelsior University Welcomes Tony Spearman-Leach to Board of Trustees

ALBANY, N.Y.  — The Excelsior University Board of Trustees has named Tony Spearman-Leach, GPC, CNE, CDE, CNC, senior director of institutional advancement at the National Academy of Public Administration, among its six new trustees. The University’s governing body, the Board of Trustees includes leaders from across the country in business, education, and government. An Excelsior alumnus, Spearman-Leach recently concluded his term as president of the Excelsior University Alumni Association and its Alumni Leadership Council. In his role […]
from | NANOE News
December 4, 2025

Jim Eskin's Major Gifts Manifesto

Jim Eskin’s Major Gifts Manifesto expounds on the late Jerold Panas’ wisdom to highlight 10 components of successful resource development initiatives. What does it take for a strong professional or volunteer non-profit leader to be a successful major gifts fundraiser in an uber-competitive environment? There has been a laser-like focus on decoding this crucial challenge with momentum steadily growing as Eskin Fundraising Training has led more than 250 live andor virtual learning community sessions. The […]
from | Major Gifts Ramp-Up News
June 29, 2025

Where Have All The Good Fundraisers Gone?

Where Have All The Good Fundraisers Gone is Joanne Oppelt’s take on the #1 REASON WHY fundraising campaigns fail. Here’s what she has to share: If you’re like the CEOs I know, it is tough to find good fundraising talent. Successful development professionals are few and far between. The way I see it, the problem is that fundraisers are not taught how to fundraise correctly, that is, in the most cost-efficient methods that result in […]
from | Nonprofit Hub
February 3, 2026

From Metrics to Meaning: Using Data for Good in Nonprofits

From Metrics to Meaning: Using Data for Good in Nonprofits   Nonprofit leaders are surrounded by data. Dashboards track participation. Grant reports document outputs. Surveys collect feedback. Logic models map activities to outcomes. Metrics are reviewed, reported, and archived. And yet many leaders quietly ask the same question: Are we actually using this data to make better decisions? For many organizations, data collection has become routine—but learning has not. Information is gathered to satisfy funders, […]
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December 2, 2025

The Quiet Leader’s Advantage: How Introverts Turn Reflection Into Influence

The Quiet Leader’s Advantage: How Introverts Turn Reflection Into Influence explores how in workplaces built for loud voices, introverts are often told to “speak up” or “lean in.”But what if the best leaders are the ones who listen deeply, think carefully, and lead quietly? Introverted leaders don’t win by outshouting others — they win by outthinking, out-preparing, and outlasting. TL;DR Introverts don’t need to “act extroverted” to lead. Their calm focus, empathy, and steady communication […]
October 23, 2025

How Nonprofits Can Increase Donations With Elev8’s Smart Fundraising Tools

How Nonprofits Can Increase Donations With Elev8’s Smart Fundraising Tools looks at ways to increase donations starting with removing friction and making giving effortless. Elev8 transforms everyday purchases into ongoing support through automated roundups, sponsor matches, and micro-donations. In this article, you’ll explore five simple ways to boost donations and build lasting donor relationships using Elev8’s seamless, donor-friendly technology. How nonprofits can increase donations often comes down to removing friction for donors and making giving […]
August 9, 2025

10 Ways to Keep Fundraisers Fundraising w Jim Eskin

There are two existential and simultaneous currents flowing that pose Draconian threats to the vitality of American philanthropy. Unsurprisingly, they are directly related. They must be addressed substantively and immediately. The longer they are allowed to fester, the more difficult they will be to overcome. According to the Fundraising Effectiveness Report, the national donor retention rate is hovering around 45%. Looking at it another way: For every 100 donors who support your organization this year, 55 […]

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