Gabriel, Author at InsideCharity.org

December 21, 2017

Seven Ways To Become a Nonprofit Executive

Seven Ways to Become a Nonprofit Executive: The nonprofit industry is one of the most competitive sectors of business known to professionals in this current day and age. From fundraising to organizational development there are always ambitious characters with similar credentials everywhere. So how do you set yourself apart? If you’re looking to improve or build your resume and become a higher paid, more effective nonprofit executive here are Seven Ways to Become a Nonprofit […]

December 20, 2017

That “Hello!” Moment: When Grantseeking Becomes an Imperative

I think there is a moment in every organization’s life when grantseeking is not just something that is on the list of things to consider, but when it becomes obvious that the next step in growth is to pursue grant support. Sometimes this happens as a reaction to a financial crisis, but most often it occurs because the growth of the programs and services being offered outpaces current revenue. You can count on fundraising events, […]

December 20, 2017

Take Advantage of Donor Procrastination: Add a Donate Button to Your GuideStar Nonprofit Profile

Looking for a last-minute way to get more donations? You’re in luck! Most online donors wait until the last three days of the year to contribute to their favorite charities. Give them a convenient way to research and donate to your nonprofit—all on the same page—by adding a free Donate button to your organization’s GuideStar Nonprofit Profile.

December 20, 2017

Mind Reading Is NOT in a Fundraiser’s Job Description

The master fundraiser Steve Haddad once said to a development novice, “Your job as a fundraiser is to ask for the gift. The donor’s job is to decide how to respond. Don’t try to do the donor’s job.” That simple distinction, if taken to heart, is very liberating.