Social enterprises combine the best of the nonprofit and for-profit worlds, but that very innovation has made it difficult for them to raise money. Philanthropists are reluctant to give grants to profit-making organizations, and commercial investors are wary of investing in organizations that are driven by a social mission. The authors explore the social enterprise capital market and offer short- and long-term solutions to this funding gap.
Matching grants work – but not for everyone.
New research suggests that the fate of start-up nonprofits is highly dependent on their acquisition of stable funding sources, particularly public funds
Not only does a distinctive brand help a nonprofit raise its visibility among the public, it also develops deeper ties with donors, partners, and other stakeholders.
Donors don’t know much about capacity building, except that they don’t like the term.
With an understanding of these 10 funding models, nonprofit leaders can use the for-profit world's valuable practice of engaging in succinct and clear conversations about long-term financial strategy.
Four guidelines provide a road map for leaders to identify and develop the right funding model for their organization.
Putting the science of influence to work in fundraising.
Nonprofits must have influential board members who connect them to the communities they serve.
How texting became young donors’ preferred way to make charitable donations.
