Blog posts from March 2016

How Nonprofit Leaders Create an Authentic Personal Brand on Instagram
Instagram's visual nature makes it a perfect channel for executive directors to engage with their stakeholders. Aside from having a personal branding strategy, what exactly makes an effective personal brand for a nonprofit leader? It’s about authenticity.
Next Week at Foundation Center San Francisco (March 28-April 1)
Here's what's coming up at Foundation Center San Francisco!
Classroom:
Introduction to Fundraising Planning
Tuesday, March 29, 10:30 am-12:00 pm
Webinar:
Collaborative Grantseeking: 3½ Secrets for Success
Tuesday, March 29, 11:00 am-12:00 pm

5 Reasons to Wait on Hiring a Grant Writer
Even the best grant proposal in the world isn't a direct link to grant funding. Before investing precious resources in a grants consultant, make sure you've taken these steps to shore up your development operation and strategy, strengthen relationships, and improve your chance of winning grants.

Driving Impact With Unrestricted Support
The Weingart Foundation devotes more than 60 percent of its funding to unrestricted support. Its president, Fred Ali, explains why in this conversation with Antony Bugg-Levine, CEO of the Nonprofit Finance Fund.
Next Week at Foundation Center San Francisco (March 21-25)
Here's what's coming up at Foundation Center San Francisco!
Webinar:
How to Build Your Network for Greatest Impact
Tuesday, March 22, 11:00 am-12:00 pm
Classroom:
Proposal Writing Workshop
Thursday, March 24, 9:00 am-4:00 pm

Fiscal Sponsorship + Crowdfunding: $$ for Creative Projects
Ever wondered if you can raise money through fiscal sponsorship and crowdfunding to support a creative project? Dianne Debicella and Theresa Hubbard from Fractured Atlas joined Foundation Center West to share information on how to combine fiscal sponsorship and crowdfunding to support artistic projects.

Top Ten Fundraising Tips As Featured in Nonprofit Fundraising 101
Darian Rodriguez Heyman, former Craigslist Foundation E.D. and author of the newly-released Nonprofit Fundraising 101 joined Foundation Center West to share concrete tips and tools for individual giving, foundation grants, corporate sponsorship, earned income, and online and peer-to-peer campaigns.
Next Week at Foundation Center San Francisco (March 14-18)
Here's what's coming up at Foundation Center San Francisco!
Livestreams:
Everything You Wanted to Know About Podcasting But Were Afraid to Ask
Tuesday, March 15, 11:00-11:30 am
Webinars:
Introduction to Finding Grants
Wednesday, March 16, 11:00 am-12:00 pm
Classroom:
Leaving a Legacy: Best Practices for Preserving and Growing Your Nonprofit’s Assets
Thursday, March 17, 3:00-4:00 pm

Risks and Rewards of Crowdfunding for Nonprofits
With the benefits and popularity surrounding crowdfunding, it is easy to overlook the potential associated legal risks. For every nonprofit currently engaged in or considering engaging in crowdfunding, here are a few of the many factors to consider.
Next Week at Foundation Center San Francisco (March 7-11)
Here's what's coming up at Foundation Center San Francisco!
Webinars:
Branding Basics for Nonprofits
Tuesday, March 8, 11:00 am-12:00 pm
Classroom:
Top Ten Fundraising Tips, as Featured in Nonprofit Fundraising 101
Tuesday, March 8, 3:00-4:30 pm
Fiscal Sponsorship + Crowdfunding = $$ for Creative Projects
Wednesday, March 9, 3:30-5:00 pm
Foundation Maps: A Guided Tour
Thursday, March 10, 3:00-4:00 pm
Livestream:
Top Ten Fundraising Tips, as Featured in Nonprofit Fundraising 101
Tuesday, March 8, 3:00-4:30 pm
Fiscal Sponsorship + Crowdfunding = $$ for Creative Projects
Wednesday, March 9, 3:30-5:00 pm