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Bridging the Big Data Resource Gap at Nonprofits
“Having incomplete data doesn’t mean you need to get more data.” – Kathy Howrigan, Consultant at Marts and Lundy How can nonprofit organizations with limited resources squeeze…
A good CEO is a good citizen
By Robert Musslewhite As the chief executive of one of the largest publicly traded companies headquartered in the District, I have set aggressive goals for…
The Impact of Skills-Based Volunteering
Guest Blog by Kimberly Dulin, Catchafire Leaders are beginning to connect the dots between nonprofits, skilled professionals, and corporate social responsibility like never before, and…
Move Interest in Cause into Action! Register for MCON, June 24-25
On June 24-25, in Chicago and online, corporate, cause and public leaders from all across the country will come together for MCON 2015, one of…
How Giving Homes To The Homeless Reduces Homelessness
In the 1990s, at a time when temporary shelters were often the only options available to homeless people, Pathways to Housing, a New York-based nonprofit pioneered an…
How Scouting Helped Prepare This Teen to Fight Cancer
Katie Casserly never knew how much the Scout Motto — “Be Prepared” — would apply to her life until she was diagnosed with cancer last…
Little Rock Nine Members Ernie Green, Carlotta Walls Lanier Oppose Anti-LGBT Legislation
Today, Ernie Green and Carlotta Walls Lanier, members of the historic “Little Rock Nine,” voiced strong opposition to H.B. 1228– a discriminatory Indiana-style bill that will…
Change Makers and Dream Chasers
By Joey Ponce As MCON rounds the corner to the fun- and work-filled home stretch leading up to the big day, questions from friends and…
Nearly 15 Years Later, Alexander’s Wish Still Impacts His Life
There is just no better news than finding out a wish kid has overcome an illness to go on to better things in life. We…
Corporate volunteers can be a burden for nonprofits
The next time you’re inclined to pat yourself on the back for your company’s volunteer work — the murals painted, the community gardens planted, the…
How Dollars For Doers Programs Bolster Fundraising
By Adam Weinger From holding doors open to leading mobility-impaired persons across streets, people reach out and help strangers every day. What do these good-doers receive…
Livestrong Announces New President and CEO, Former Komen Executive, Chandini Portteus
The Board of Directors of the LIVESTRONG Foundation has announced that it has selected Chandini Portteus as the Foundation’s next president and chief executive officer, effective April 6,…