From the President's Office
Dear Friend:
I'm sometimes asked what I mean when I say that GuideStar is a mission-driven organization. It's a simple proposition: whatever we do—from allocating resources to determining what activities to engage in—the ultimate purpose is to further GuideStar's public service and our vision of connecting people and organizations with valuable information to improve the world around them. ... Read more
Sweaty Palms: Surviving In-Person
Meetings with Foundations
Good news: the foundation is considering your grant proposal! Bad news: they want to meet with you personally. Actually, that's good news, too. Honest.
I am a great believer in shoe-leather philanthropy. People in the granting field can learn so much more by leaving the abstract world of proposals and meeting the people who are seeking funds. ... Read more
Nonprofit Congress: Many Missions, One Voice
Will October find you in Washington, D.C., attending the Nonprofit Congress? Perhaps you'll participate in a nonprofit Town Hall this summer.
The National Council of Nonprofit Associations (NCNA) has established the Nonprofit Congress in order to unite charitable nonprofits and strengthen the sector. NCNA invites anyone concerned about charitable nonprofits to participate in this initiative. ... Read more
Top Seven Indicators That You Should
Consider a Capital or Endowment Campaign
Is it time for your organization to launch a capital or endowment campaign?
A campaign is a pivotal event in the life of an organization. Over the years many leaders have asked, "How do I know when I should consider a capital or endowment campaign?" ... Read more
Regulatory Round Up
From reviews of credit counseling agencies to examinations of political activities by charitable organizations, the IRS has been busy.
The IRS and many sector leaders are concentrating on enforcement. Here is a round up of recent initiatives in that area. ... Read more
Charity Reform Update
Charity reform legislation did not get adopted before the Memorial Day holiday, but conversations about it continue on Capitol Hill.
Legislation that would enhance charitable giving incentives and crack down on nonprofit abuses of the tax law is still pending in Congress, and the chance for passage this year remains uncertain. ... Read more
Finding Effective Board Members:
May Question of the Month Results
Newsletter readers offer practical suggestions for recruiting board members.
Last year, Newsletter readers identified board recruitment as one of their key challenges. "Great topic," we thought, and started searching for expert advice on the issue. ...
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In This Issue
Sweaty Palms: Surviving In-Person Meetings with Foundations
Nonprofit Congress: Many Missions, One Voice
Top Seven Indicators That You Should Consider a Capital or Endowment Campaign
Finding Effective Board Members: May Question of the Month Results
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