Selling services to survive in the social sector

Government cutbacks and restructured funding practices are creating additional challenges in the sector. That’s why some innovative organizations are taking a second look at what they are good at and finding new ways to generate revenue.

Ten myths of global civil society

Dr. Lester Salamon, author, professor at Johns Hopkins University Institute for Policy Studies was the keynote speaker at Imagine Canada’s Symposium “Learning from the World: Canada’s Charitable & Nonprofit Sector through a Global Lens.”

How long do I need to plan a fundraising concert?

A short article discussing how long it takes to organize a fundraising event and a summary of the key tasks involved.

Governance Q&A: Is it ethical to pay grant writers a percentage of grants received?

The unethical nature of percentage or commission-based fundraising.

E-mail campaigns and fundraising

The components of a successful email fundraising campaign.

Digging deeper: The evolution of the prospect research field

Wanted: a passionate, inquisitive, analytical, proactive thinker with a well-developed sense of curiosity, good judgment, the capacity to persevere, and strong computer skills – for prospect research.

Rural roots: Making the case for small-town philanthropy

The Rural Charitable Sector Research Initiative (RCSRI), launched in 2003, is working to better understand the issues and trends affecting the rural voluntary sector in Ontario and beyond.

Finding the right community partners

The right community sponsorship commitment can be a powerful marketing communications vehicle that clarifies, proclaims and enhances an organization’s customer care, employee care, and community care priorities.

Governance Q&A: Serving businesses and helping nonprofits in the community

An independent consultant asks about ethical ways to help nonprofits and businesses in their community.

Building trust in sponsor relationships

Building trust and confidence is the single most important factor in attracting, securing and retaining the commitment of a community partner’s money, time, effort and expertise.