The brave new world of constituent relationship management: Seven reasons to get on board

Many nonprofits struggle to achieve the coveted 360 degree view of their constituency. Why? The biggest culprit is not talent – it’s technology!

CRA fundraising changes: Why you should care

In June, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), after consultations with numerous sector organizations, including Imagine Canada, Health Charities Coalition of Canada, and the Association of Fundraising Professionals, announced the release of new fundraising guidelines for the nonprofit community.

Direct mail fundraising letters: Six ways not to decide their length

If you send out direct mail fundraising letters, be sure you’re not using these criteria to decide on the appropriate length.

Charity-business partnerships: You’ve got a (wealthy) friend

Imagine Canada’s 2008 Corporate Community Investment Practices, Motivations and Challenges: Canada Survey of Business Contributions to Community (CSBCC) report advises charities to partner up with corporations.

New CRA Guidance on Fundraising

The CRA recently released a new Guidance on Fundraising document, with the purpose of educating charities on what is considered appropriate, and legal, with regards to fundraising activities. It is vital that all Canadian charities have a full understanding of how it affects them.

Fundraising Q&A: The Canada Revenue Agency’s Guidance on Fundraising

This article provides further explanation of the Canada Revenue Agency’s Guidance on Fundraising and includes comments by charity lawyer Mark Blumberg.

United we stand: Fundraisers and volunteers working together

An exploration of the relationship between volunteers and an organization’s fundraising department.

Is it time to look at new fundraising software?

Four key challenges that indicate you may need a new fundraising system.

Fundraising Q&A: Are our charitable tax receipts incomplete?

This article outlines the components of a charitable tax receipt and how to create such receipts depending on the type of donation.

Marketing your ability: Part I – Getting an interview

Getting a job in fundraising – some tools and tips on being successful in your job search.