
Data as Decision in Grantmaking
In grantmaking, one word makes more eyes glaze over than any other – data. Those who find it fun are [...]

Beyond the Newest Philanthropy Buzzword: Knowledge Work Is Core to Equitable Change
Philanthropy loves “new” things. Today, knowledge work is coming into fashion in foundations and the nonprofit sector. But it is [...]

Responsive Philanthropy: How to Address Community Needs in Time of Crisis
Operations at Headwaters Foundation for Justice, a foundation that invests in grassroots organizations across Minnesota, were humming along well. The [...]

Make This a More Inclusive Season of Giving: Tips for Diversity in Your End-of-Year Fundraising Appeal
Learn how you can capitalize on the Season of Giving! This post shares steps for creating a year-end appeal that will inspire support for your cause.

Embedding Purpose-Driven Communications into Email Marketing
The purpose of a brand is a reason for the brand to exist beyond making money. Why does your museum [...]

What is Data Intelligence?
The nonprofit world reached a “Tipping Point” in 2020: we believe the future of our industry will look significantly different [...]

How Hospital Foundations are Building a New Case for Support
“Why is a hospital foundation getting involved in quality-of-life issues?” This is one of the first questions donors ask. Luckily, [...]

Q&A with sgLEADERS: H. Beecher Hicks, III, National Museum of African American Music
The “Q&A with sgLEADERS” series on sgENGAGE aims to provide readers, including the next generation of social good leaders, with [...]

Annual Planning in an Ever-Changing World
Tips for how social good organizations can engage in annual planning despite knowing that they may need to make adjustments as the year goes on.

A Quick Guide to bbcon 2020 for Nonprofit Organizations
Tips for how nonprofit professionals can get the most out of bbcon 2020.