Nebraska Community Foundation

We had the good fortune to meet this week with Jeff Yost, the CEO of the Nebraska Community Foundation. Our conversation ranged far and wide on the themes of community development, food security, and sowing dreams that develop into philanthropic successes. Of the many interesting things Jeff spoke about, two observations in particular stood out.  His shared his insights into the... Read More

3 Key Fundraising Tips

What are the fundamentals of fundraising? They may be simpler than you think. The Grassroots Institute for Fundraising Training (GIFT) offers resources, training, and a slew of free articles. Here are 3 key fundraising tips from the good folks at GIFT: “1. People give when they are asked, and rarely give when they are not. Even when people are asked, they don’t always... Read More

Giving Circles

Household giving has dipped during the recession, according to the Boston College Center on Wealth and Philanthropy. Yet individual donors continue to give over $210 billion each year to causes and charities. Shared giving stretches these dollars, and builds community at the same time. Below, Jessica E. Bearman describes the growing phenomenon of giving circles in “More Giving... Read More

Lincoln: Cooler than You Think

World headquarters for Good Medicine Consulting is a corncob toss away from the State Capitol in Lincoln, Nebraska. The soaring monument is hailed a wonder. The state itself…not so much. Nebraska has an image problem. Perhaps not within its borders, but certainly outside of them. One of the so-called “flyover states,” along with Iowa, Kansas, Oklahoma, and the Dakotas,... Read More

Becoming a Grant Reviewer

Serving as a proposal reviewer is an excellent way to learn about the grant process and become familiar with a particular grant program and/or funding agency. Reviewers also get a chance to learn about innovations in their field and to network with colleagues and funding agency representatives who share their interests. Review panel service is one of the best ways to prepare yourself... Read More

Nonprofit Collab Confab

Check out the Nonprofit Collaboration Database, courtesy of the Foundation Center and the Collaboration Prize. A super resource for everyone seeking real-life examples of how nonprofits are working together, the interactive database links to 250 creative partnerships across the U.S. You’ll find a wealth of information about the ways nonprofits can combine forces to achieve... Read More