Fundraising Basics for Small Nonprofits: How to Make Your Grant Search More Effective

On January 23, join us for a free webinar to learn how to make your grant search more effective. For staff and volunteers who are new to fundraising, finding grants to fund your initiatives can be challenging, particularly for small organizations lacking...

CharityVillage Connects: Celebrating the 2024 CharityVillage Award Winners

Join us in celebrating the 2024 winners of the CharityVillage Awards! These winners were announced on November 20, 2024, at our annual conference, and now is your chance to hear more about their exceptional achievements. With winners in categories such...

Why consultants might overlook your budget-free inquiry

Benefits of hiring a consultant Hiring a consultant can be an incredibly helpful resource for a nonprofit organization. Especially for teams that have minimal staff, consultants can be a huge benefit as they can create customized solutions for your organization...

Government relations for nonprofit leaders: Navigating the stormy seas of political change ​

Original Broadcast Date: December 5, 2024. Summary: Potential government change and uncertainty can have devastating consequences. Bay Street leaders are actively preparing and executing their government relations programs in the months that remain. ​Nonprofit leaders need to do the same....

Government relations for nonprofit leaders

Interested in learning more about government relations for nonprofit leaders? Register for our free webinar, Government relations for nonprofit leaders: Navigating the stormy seas of political change, click here. The coming year represents a period of significant uncertainty and potential political...

A new approach to funding Indigenous-led organizations: An interview with Janine Manning

When we were putting together our recent podcast episode, Reconciliation and the Nonprofit Sector: Where Are We Now?, we were keen to explore how Canada’s philanthropic sector could do a better job of funding Indigenous-led organizations and communities. As part...

Three Secrets of Successful Nonprofit Leadership

In today’s nonprofit landscape, leaders face challenges that require going beyond traditional financial oversight. In this article, Ed Mortimer, Senior Manager Solution Consultant at Sage, explores key areas for successful nonprofit leadership, focusing on strategic influence, tech integration, and data-driven...

A comprehensive roadmap to donor prospect research in Canada

As a prospect researcher in Canada, you play a pivotal role in advancing the fundraising efforts of universities, charities, and nonprofit organizations. By identifying, researching, and qualifying potential donors, you help secure the critical resources necessary for these organizations to...

The business of fundraising: Why nonprofits need profit to thrive in today’s economy

“How do you plan to sustain this program after the term of this grant ends?” How many times have you seen this question on a grant application? I am sure I’m not the only one who raises an eyebrow whenever...

Simplifying grant writing: It can be easy and affordable

If you're like me, you’re probably worn out from hiring outside help for grant writing, often without any guaranteed outcomes or a clear transfer of knowledge about proposal development and strategy. As a consultant and coach, I’m feeling the frustration...