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    The Death of the Database?

    Yesterday a friend sent me Fred Wilson’s recent post, The End of Pay and Pray – who, as a result of GoFundMe’s purchase of Crowdrise, essentially argues… Read more “The Death of the Database?”

    January 17, 2017 by Nathan

    Does Jordan score with race-based philanthropy?

    For any kid who grew up playing basketball, Michael Jordan is already a hero. We also know he rarely chimes in on social issues in the media… Read more “Does Jordan score with race-based philanthropy?”

    July 26, 2016July 26, 2016 by Nathan

    7 secrets to a successful fundraising event

    Love ’em or hate ’em, events are a right of passage for a strong fundraising program. Here’s how to keep them from driving you crazy… 1. Decide… Read more “7 secrets to a successful fundraising event”

    November 23, 2015 by Nathan

    The Newest Thinking in Fundraising

    As the nonprofit sector professionalizes and moves from only a handful of ‘nonprofit masters’ programs to over 300 today, its sub-fields also move forward.  A growing number of… Read more “The Newest Thinking in Fundraising”

    September 1, 2015September 1, 2015 by Nathan

    Cost comparisons for fundraising platforms

    Today I’m speaking at an AFP event on ‘The Anatomy of Campaigns” where we’ll talk specifically about online fundraising campaigns. There are lots of sites and apps… Read more “Cost comparisons for fundraising platforms”

    May 6, 2015May 5, 2015 by Nathan

    20 Nonprofit interview questions…translated

    I’ve been in my fair share of interviews…on both sides. Here are some of the best questions I’ve ever used or heard asked, along with what you’re… Read more “20 Nonprofit interview questions…translated”

    April 28, 2015April 29, 2015 by Nathan

    7 Leadership Lessons from Gene Tempel

    Last night I had the incredible honor of attending the retirement celebration for Gene Tempel.  Gene is the Founding Dean of the Indiana University Lilly Family School of… Read more “7 Leadership Lessons from Gene Tempel”

    September 5, 2014September 5, 2014 by Nathan

    6 email secrets that will change your life

    A picture is worth a thousand words.  Here’s a picture of my inbox. That’s right, it’s empty!  Here’s how. 1.  Spinweb’s Inbox Zero webinar I’d encourage you… Read more “6 email secrets that will change your life”

    March 3, 2014March 2, 2014 by Nathan

    Choosing Charities

    There aren’t too many people who seek and enjoy awkwardness like Pete the Planner. Pete’s a personal finance rockstar who also has a huge heart for causes… Read more “Choosing Charities”

    January 26, 2014January 25, 2014 by Nathan

    Donors are people too

    I had a great conversation with a friend last week.  He reminded me that as the field of fundraising professionalizes, we are all too quick to ‘systematize’… Read more “Donors are people too”

    December 17, 2013December 15, 2013 by Nathan

    6 Secrets of Provocative Nonprofit Marketing (NYT cont’d)

    I’m honored to be quoted in today’s New York Times article on provocative nonprofit marketing campaigns. David Wallis makes excellent points and shares well-rounded thoughts from the… Read more “6 Secrets of Provocative Nonprofit Marketing (NYT cont’d)”

    November 8, 2013November 8, 2013 by Nathan

    How to ruin giving

    I haven’t been this upset in a long time. I’ve had it up to HERE (*raises hand to top of head*). SOME fundraisers and nonprofit CEOs are… Read more “How to ruin giving”

    October 25, 2013October 25, 2013 by Nathan

    5 secrets to viral campaign success

    I had the tremendous opportunity to speak at #TimmyCon13 this weekend, Timmy Global Health‘s student leadership conference of current and future rockstar health professionals. We discussed viral… Read more “5 secrets to viral campaign success”

    September 10, 2013September 9, 2013 by Nathan

    How to refresh your info-gathering and sharing prowress

    Aaaaaaaand we’re back.  Took a little hiatus. I won’t lie, life got in the way.  I took this summer weekend to recalibrate how I gather and share… Read more “How to refresh your info-gathering and sharing prowress”

    July 2, 2013July 2, 2013 by Nathan

    Fundraising is broken. Fix it.

    It happened again. And I’ve had it up to here (*as he raises his hand 2 inches above his head*). This post may get me in trouble… Read more “Fundraising is broken. Fix it.”

    January 31, 2013 by Nathan

    21 nonprofit uses for Vine and Instagram video

    So Twitter launched a new video sharing called Vine and more recently, Instagram joined the party. Vine gives super short (6 second) clips with motion and sound… Read more “21 nonprofit uses for Vine and Instagram video”

    January 25, 2013July 11, 2013 by Nathan

    Thank you for your trash

    I’m upset. I got a call yesterday from a friend of a friend. “Could you guys use some books for the homeless kids you tutor? We want… Read more “Thank you for your trash”

    December 2, 2011January 17, 2013 by Nathan

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