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Operating Archetypes: a new tool for analysis and action
Given the recent and ongoing seismic shocks to society from the pandemic, increased recognition of systemic inequities, and climate change, …
The cost of living crisis demands a Covid-style response
Life is getting more expensive for everyone. In Britain, the official inflation rate is 9.1 per cent. America is not …
So you want to do a participatory strategy?
Love the intention – but let’s make sure you get it right. These days, the word ‘participation’ – or rather, …
15 best practices for hosting virtual or hybrid fundraising events
Like many activities, the onset of the pandemic abruptly put an end to in-person fundraising. Now in our new normal, …
What are the best practices for online giving? Here’s three from our research
Ten years ago, nonprofit fundraisers waited for the postal service to make their daily delivery of mail at the office …
How unrestricted should funding be?
INGOs prefer unrestricted funds, often for good reasons. For funders this can feel like: ‘Just give us the money and …
How to stop making assumptions and accelerate community-led change
This article is part of a series of articles about Community-Led Philanthropy, co-hosted by GlobalGiving. The conversation explores the ways philanthropy …
Flexible funding is the right way forward – but we still need to measure impact
One of the healthiest shifts we’ve seen from this pandemic has been the rise of more flexible trust-based forms of grant-making. But this …
Impact philanthropy: building blocks of impact for maximising the ROI of your philanthropy
As Covid-19 and its variants continue to spread despite progress with vaccines, what felt like a brief period of optimism …
How to help Afghans? Suggestions for impactful and respectful giving
The security and political crisis in Afghanistan has touched many around the world who are ready to help, host and …
How to effectively support the earthquake-hit communities in Haiti
The island nation of Haiti has been dealt yet another devastating blow. While details are still emerging, we know that a …
How funders worried by the UN climate report can address the climate crisis
As the latest Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change report declares ‘code red for humanity,’ now is the time for funders, regardless of …