Insights
What we’re thinking and learning about right now and the news and issues that matter to nonprofits.
Apr 01 2021 | TSNE
This page provides an overview of the CARES Act loans available to nonprofits, a step-by-step guide to apply for the Paycheck Protection Program, and clarifications on the PPP loan application itself. → More Mar 16 2021 | Lena Weiner, TSNE
The pandemic has ravaged many sectors, and the nonprofit sector hasn’t been spared. → More Categories: Grants and Philanthropy
Feb 22 2021 | Nwando Obele, M.P.P., Director of Learning and Evaluation
The twin pandemics of COVID-19 and racial injustice continue to plague marginalized communities and inflict immeasurable damage. → More Dec 09 2020 | Nwando Obele, Director, Learning and Evaluation, M.P.P.
Watch our video and download resources about the Learning Lab, our inclusive and equity-focused process for effectively responding to the emerging needs of communities. → More Aug 10 2020 | TSNE
Nonprofits: get 1-on-1 technical assistance for your COVID-19-related issues. → More Categories: Grants and Philanthropy, Public Policy and Advocacy
Sep 20 2019 | Jenn Hayslett and Anne Peyton, CPF CFRE
"You had me at hello," a classic line from the movie Jerry Maguire, was in response to an extensive courting process. This wonderful one-liner is ironic for fundraisers — our donors say "HELLO" with their first gift, and yet by the 5th... → More Categories: Grants and Philanthropy
Jul 26 2019 | TSNE MissionWorks
Fund development is the ongoing strategic positioning of an organization to sustain and grow its resources by building relationships with those who understand and care about the organization’s relevance to the community. Building these relationships requires... → More Categories: Grants and Philanthropy
Jul 15 2019 | Jessica Wilson
Jessica Wilson, a development professional with fifteen years of experience, shares how to start identifying the appropriate grants, best practices for a winning proposal, and tips for after you receive your award letter. Wilson started her career helping... → More Categories: Grants and Philanthropy
Apr 12 2018 | Sandy St. Louis
Fundraising succeeds on knowing our donors well. → More Categories: Grants and Philanthropy
Mar 29 2017 | Trina Jackson
Inclusion Initiative grantees among grassroots organizations working to create new possibilities that uplift communities and transform our economy! → More Categories: Diversity and Inclusion, Grants and Philanthropy, Social Justice