What do emergency 911, the hospice movement, pap smears, public libraries, polio and yellow fever vaccines, rocket science, Sesame Street, white lines on highways, and ending world hunger have in common? They are all innovations initially funded by foundation...

As a program officer I am extremely fortunate to see many wonderful things individuals are doing daily to help Greater Clevelanders. Much of this work goes unnoticed, only known by the recipients and a few others. At times I'm privileged to play a role in...

18,720. That's how many pool noodles (yes, pool noodles) it will take to create a one-night, temporary installation for the Cleveland Museum of Art’s Summer Solstice Celebration on June 20th. Yesterday I stopped by the Museum’s new East Wing to see the ...

During this economic downturn, foundation staff members have had many discussions surrounding appropriate responses to the rapidly changing needs of the community. We began researching the creative solutions that other community foundations  were...

A great look at what nonprofits can do to help solve their money woes: 10 resources from the Foundation Center: 1. It is critical that your organization develop and closely monitor a sound fundraising plan that includes detailed outlines for securing a...

Usage, news, and discussion surrounding Twitter seem to be everywhere at the moment. I wanted to share several links I think are worth reading to learn more about the Twitter phenomenon and how it might be of actual use in the nonprofit world without becoming...

Earlier this spring, I was asked by our friendly nonprofit association, Ohio Grantmakers Forum, to review a book on nonprofit management for the spring issue of their newsletter.  I used the opportunity to track down the latest publication from the folks at...