On the heels of Jian Ghomeshi’s firing from the CBC and the suspension of two Liberal MPs from caucus, Canadians are talking about sexual harassment. Although not a topic that is typically associated with the philanthropic sector, charities and non-profits are not immune from dealing with these types of issues. In this article, Joel Secter provides some useful ideas for how to protect your staff and your organizations from sexual harassment.
As much as you might like to, it is impossible to be in every session at every fundraising conference. At the most you might be lucky to walk away with a few really big ideas to help you be successful. Jenny Mitchell shares with you her really big takeaways from AFP Toronto Chapter congress last week.
Is your charity ready to conduct “business for good”? In Part Five of this series David Oyler clarifies the myths, contradictions and misunderstandings of how and when a social enterprise might become sustainable and help deliver your programs.
Stickers. Coupons. Calendars. Incentives are a traditional way to get new donors through the mail. Some say they don’t work anymore and are a waste of money. Jonathon Grapsas disagrees and shares how, when executed well, incentives can raise more money and engage more donors.
Is your donor file shrinking? Have you considered the impact that lack of stewardship is having on your bottom line? Danielle Johnson-Vermenton shares some staggering facts about what a lack of stewardship program could be costing your organization and how you can respond