Louis Fawcett’s Guide to Qualified Charitable Distributions for Donors shows donors how to give tax-efficiently while helping nonprofits unlock sustainable gifts. Nonprofit leaders and fundraisers know that major giving often comes from people who are passionate about the mission and who have the financial means to give strategically. Yet, even the most experienced development professionals sometimes overlook a powerful tool available to donors who are in or near retirement: Qualified Char...| NANOE | Charity's Official Website
When we welcome new members into NANOE, we are often reminded of the extraordinary journeys that bring leaders to our network. Today, we highlight Tim Kraynak, a man whose life has been defined by service, stewardship, and Christ-centered leadership. Tim’s story is one of faith, education, and now, a bold commitment to advancing the Gospel through fundraising and development. His path has uniquely positioned him not only to make an eternal impact […]| NANOE | Charity's Official Website
At NANOE, we celebrate members who live out the conviction that donors are the lifeblood of mission. Few stories illustrate this better than that of Karen Haggen, Philanthropy Officer at PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center Foundation, who has dedicated more than 17 years to inspiring generosity across Whatcom County. Known as a servant leader, a connector, and a pillar of her community, Karen is a member of a team that has secured $100 million dollars […]| InsideCharity.org
When we welcome new members into NANOE, we are often reminded of the extraordinary journeys that bring leaders to our network. Today, we highlight Tim Kraynak, a man whose life has been defined by service, stewardship, and Christ-centered leadership. Tim’s story is one of faith, education, and now, a bold commitment to advancing the Gospel through fundraising and development. His path has uniquely positioned him not only to make an eternal impact across continents but […]| InsideCharity.org
Katherine Langford’s 8 Ways Donor Retention Rates Are Soaring And How Your Nonprofit Can Keep Up, will show you the surprising strategies fueling record donor loyalty in 2025. These aren’t just tips — they’re game-changing moves top nonprofits are using to keep supporters hooked, giving, and bringing friends along. Miss them, and you risk being left behind. It’s 2025, and there’s a quiet revolution happening in the nonprofit world. If you’re part of a nonprofit […]| InsideCharity.org
Strong, committed leadership doesn’t happen by accident — it’s built through deliberate investment in people over time. In 8 Steps to Cultivate Nonprofit Leaders Who Stay Committed, we explore how organizations can move beyond short-term fixes and create a leadership pipeline that lasts. From professional development and flexible education options to mentorship, succession planning, and accessible learning, these steps help nonprofits prepare leaders who are resilient, mission-driven, a...| NANOE | Charity's Official Website
Dean Wong stands at the center of a measurable revolution in human services unfolding in the heart of the Hawaiian Islands. For over three decades, he has led with a rare combination of cultural sensitivity, administrative acumen, and tireless compassion—reshaping what it means to serve children and families in crisis. As the Executive Director of Imua Family Services, Dean Wong has transformed this Maui nonprofit into one of Hawaii’s most respected and […]| NANOE | Charity's Official Website
Is Your Federal Funding in Jeopardy is Hall Powell’s take on how to prepare for changes when local, state and federal grants are cut. Here’s what our favorite fundraising veteran has to share: When I was the chief development officer for three nonprofit hospitals in past years, my comprehensive fundraising plan included grant-seeking, including individual and corporate foundations, and government grants, both state and federal. However, I always made sure that I […]| NANOE | Charity's Official Website
Lisa Van Zyll Celebrates Nonprofits, Nature & NANOE is our beloved Member Relations Director take on the beauty of nature and nonprofit growth. Let’s hear what this veteran administrator has to share. I can’t seem to stop watching a remarkable YouTube 24hr live stream from Big Bear Valley, California, where Jackie and Shadow, a devoted pair of bald eagles, are tending to their newly laid eggs. Watching them up close has been […]| NANOE | Charity's Official Website
8 Ways Lifelong Learning Is the Cornerstone of Community Leadership unpacks powerful reasons why lifelong learning isn’t just helpful—it’s essential for anyone serious about guiding their community through uncertainty, innovation, and growth. From building emotional intelligence to earning real-world credentials, it shows how staying curious keeps your leadership relevant, trusted, and transformative. Whether you’re a formal leader or someone others naturally turn to, this is your cal...| InsideCharity.org
8 Ways Smart Nonprofits Use Business Strategy to Win shows how your organization can apply proven for-profit tactics to grow, operate more efficiently, and expand your impact. Major gift fundraising has always been part art, part intuition. But in an era where donor expectations are higher and attention spans shorter, instinct alone doesn’t cut it. The most successful nonprofits aren’t just doubling down on mission—they’re refining the way they communicate, borrowing lessons from the ...| InsideCharity.org
Lisa Van Zyll Celebrates Nonprofits, Nature & NANOE is our beloved Member Relations Director take on the beauty of nature and nonprofit growth. Let’s hear what this veteran administrator has to share. I can’t stop watching this remarkable YouTube 24hr live stream from Big Bear Valley, California, where Jackie and Shadow, a devoted pair of bald eagles, are tending to their newly laid eggs. Watching them up close has been an awe-inspiring experience. At any […]| InsideCharity.org
Courage Against Bullies – It’s Charity’s Nature To Avoid Confrontation is Jim Eskin’s take on how to truly inspire change within the charitable sector. Here’s what this fundraising veteran has to share “There is a stubbornness about me that never can bear to be frightened at the will of others. My courage always rises at every attempt to intimidate me.” ― Jane Austen, Pride and Prejudice As both a practitioner for three decades in higher […]| InsideCharity.org
