There is no better way to demonstrate your abilities than to have delivered a well-executed event or campaign.
By Alison Stein Wellner
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Working for a Nonprofit in the United States
A candidate from abroad may be especially well suited to a U.S.-based nonprofit with an international mission.
By Alison Stein Wellner
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Q. I’ve spent almost 30 years as a lawyer in private practice. I’ve done a lot of pro bono work for charities and am interested in devoting the next decade in service to a philanthropic organization. My questions: Is there a registry of charities that have legal departments? Are there training…
By Alison Stein Wellner
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We use the term ‘philanthropy’ as frequently as possible in our work out of the conviction that it conveys a strong, positive message regarding the nature of our endeavor.
By Alison Stein Wellner
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Getting Hired After Working Several Short-Term Positions
Job longevity is not much of an issue for a junior-level person, he says, but is important for more senior positions.
By Sandy Asirvatham
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To get the most out of younger board members, it’s important to remember that a one-size-fits-all approach won’t do.
By Sandy Asirvatham
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Q. I’d like to celebrate my birthday next month by organizing all my relatives in town to spend a day working for a cause or charity. Where can I find a current list of local charities in the Seattle area? A. It’s a great idea to give a local charity in your area the gift of time on your birthday…
By Sandy Asirvatham
Contributor
Tips for Getting a Charity’s Views Into a Newspaper’s Editorial Pages
Newspaper editors say they welcome the contributions of nonprofit organizations to their opinion and letters pages because they help broaden the section’s collection of voices.
By Jeffrey Klineman
Contributor
Development Jobs for Nonprofits
Q. It’s hard not to notice that nine out of 10 nonprofit job listings are in fund raising. Are development jobs the standard entry-level positions, and are they often a steppingstone to program-related jobs? A. Because there are many different kinds of fund-raising positions, it’s possible that…
By Alison Stein Wellner
Contributor
If you’re an independent contractor, Social Security taxes don’t have to be withheld.
By Alison Stein Wellner
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