Articles by Diana Holder
The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has found itself in the eye of the recent government downsizing storm. On inauguration day, the President issued the Reevaluating and…
Do you remember back in the aughts, or should I say noughties, when everyone you knew had a blog? You may have bookmarked their pages, or those of strangers, to live a bit vicariously through…
With the 24/7 news cycle constantly churning out stories of injustices at home and abroad, now more than ever it is essential to step back and reflect on where we are, where we would like that arc…
Are you looking to break into the grant or fundraising profession? Do you have some experience in these areas but need to build credentials? Whether you are looking to learn the basics, or…
Overworked and underpaid. If you have ever been employed, these three words might resonate with you, but particularly if you’ve worked in the nonprofit field, where many dedicate their careers to…
As fall approaches, getting back into the swing of all things work-related can be difficult, particularly if you are a nonprofit professional with an overstuffed inbox and an unending to-do list.…
A thriving media is an essential component of a healthy civil society—and by extension, democracy—serving not only as a conduit of vital information but also as a watchdog to hold the powerful…
Voting season is ramping up, and so are concerns about the upcoming election. In 2020, claims of widespread fraud revolving largely around the use of voting machines culminated in a violent…
Nonprofits are generally considered a force for good, a beacon of hope in a capitalist system that places shareholder profits first and foremost. But what happens when nonprofits decide to go to…
When it comes to soliciting donations from foundations or other charities, the requirements are usually pretty stringent. In the U.S., it’s virtually impossible to apply for a foundation grant…
It goes without saying that we are living in an age of digital disruption. Any fly on a coffee shop wall would tell you that when friends and colleagues gather, the conversation inevitably turns…
Let’s do a word association exercise. I will give you a word and you say the first related word or phrase that comes to mind. Okay, ready? The word is “philanthropy.”