This week's online resource is courtesy of the Nonprofit Times. Major donors are worth their weight in gold. That is, unless they attach so many strings to their donation(s) that they can be worth their weight in something other than gold. Below are 4 ways to cut the strings... Make sure you … [Read more...]

SOURCE  Deadlines for the Beach Fund and Community Leadership grants are June 15, 2012. Community Leadership Partners Grants: The deadline is June 15, 2012. Grants* for nonprofits working in South Hampton Roads to improve academic achievement by providing programs for children from birth to age … [Read more...]

Today's online resource is provided courtesy of Energize Inc. Rob Jackson wrote a great article for Volunteer Managers in relation to the social media revolution. Want to know his 3 points? Read the article here.  Although the 3 points are helpful, the hypothetical volunteer experience he gave sent … [Read more...]

  Today's online resource topic is courtesy of the Nonprofit Quarterly. They advise all nonprofits to periodically assess their risks. Why? For several reasons... To identify, analyze and prioritize legal/ethical misconduct and compliance risks specific to the op.erations and culture of the … [Read more...]

Before you conquer the world...or shall I say conquer pockets, make sure you have these items in your fundraising toolkit. List courtesy of the NonProfit Times... Stories of your impact to add a personal touch to your role in the community; The elevator speech (and the elevator question – what … [Read more...]

This post is dedicated to the person that always wanted a concrete list of benefits to volunteering. We always hear terms like "making a difference" and "giving back", but whats really in it for the givER? The Corporation for National and Community Service has listed a few benefits here...and … [Read more...]

Looking for money to fund your cause? Please check out this great directory courtesy of the Virginia Office of Volunteerism and Community Service. … [Read more...]

  Yes, you missed the national May 1st college deadline, but there is still hope. Read this article for more information...but don't stall any longer! … [Read more...]