Let’s be real: running a nonprofit can sometimes feel like trying to keep a dozen spinning plates in the air. With so many pressing needs—programming, staffing, fundraising—grant research often gets pushed to the back burner. But here’s the thing: ignoring...
Across Canada, not-for-profits and charities are working tirelessly to support individuals and communities in need. Whether it’s food insecurity, mental health, housing, education, or equity, our sector steps up where the gaps are greatest. And yet, one of the most...
Original Broadcast Date: July 24, 2025 Summary: As tariffs continue to weigh on the Canadian economy, many households are tightening their budgets, reducing discretionary spending and ultimately affecting donor capacity and giving behaviour. With the financial pressure expected to escalate in the...
This article is the first in a three-part series – check out the second article. I was once asked to conduct an audit of a dozen animal rescue websites to see common fundraising missed opportunities. Time and time again, I encountered...
Most nonprofits don’t think of their donors as “leads” the way that businesses do. They aim to treat their donors with care and respect, and reflect that in their donor journey. Unfortunately, that can get muddled in the execution. The...
It’s been about three months now, since Canada elected its new government. What will this new federal government mean for Canada's nonprofit sector? What policy shifts can we anticipate? How will funding be affected? And what should nonprofit leaders be...
So, you want to apply for a grant, but you’re feeling overwhelmed? Grant writing may seem daunting at first, but following these five tips will help bring you one step closer to securing the critical funding your project needs to...
In a time of growing polarization, economic uncertainty, and social fragmentation, one truth is becoming clear: human connection is not a luxury — it is a foundation of life. We all need to feel seen, valued, and supported. While not-for-profits...
Let me start by painting a picture. It’s the year 2030, and the greatest concern facing Canada’s nonprofits and charities is how to creatively collaborate to build more sustainable communities and better serve them, from Coast to Coast to Coast....
They say money talks. Is this true for the nonprofit sector, where a relatively small number of large charities receive the lion’s share of available funding? Have well-funded charities dominated the public policy governing our sector, drowning out the voices...
