Bridging the gap between organizations and allied professionals

There is a small but growing association between nonprofits and professional groups in the area of planned giving.

Philanthropy Explosion: It’s not just for the wealthy anymore

Giving is giving is giving. Yet, traditionally the term ‘philanthropy’ has been the domain of the wealthy. It doesn’t have to be that way, though.

How to avoid offending patrons and sponsors at a themed fundraiser

This article offers tips for event planners to consider to host an inclusive fundraiser, and being sensitive to culture, ethnicity, religion and brand.

Selling your idea to funders

This article will give you a potential template to follow and some tips on proposal writing.

The SVP model: Investing in Canada’s social economy

Social venture partner groups, or SVPs, are a fresh face on the Canadian philanthropy landscape. Often unnoticed by the public, social venture partners are trying to reshape the way Canadians address social needs.

How to prepare a critical path for your event

This article discusses the need to prepare an event critical path to avoid cost overruns.

Don’t call me, I’ll call you: Implications of a national do-not-call registry

Last year, the federal government decided it was finally time to curb the number of unwelcomed phone calls the public receives. Feeling the time was ripe for legislative restraint of telemarketers, Bill C-37 proposed the establishment of a National Do Not Call Registry.

Are you offering sponsors a range of options?

This article suggests ways for event planners to approach sponsors successfully.

Beware big fees at big event venues!

This article highlights potential cost differences between holding a gala event at a hotel and a convention center.

Adventures in social enterprise: Attaining sustainability and self-reliance through business

A look at a growing trend toward social enterprises among Canadian nonprofits, as they find new and innovative ways to diversify their revenue streams and lessen their reliance on government and other funding sources.