If you are into it, this provides some useful links; sometimes strategic planning is overkill, but it is essential for nonprofit leaders to plan strategically on some level:  http://communications.lapiana.org/acton/rif/16458/s-0049-1711/-/l-sf-lead-031d:a28/q-042e/showPreparedMessage?sid=TV2:KcJADiphv

Here’s what you should be doing in December for your year-end fundraising:  https://www.causevox.com/december-fundraising-playbook/?utm_campaign=Blog%20Notification%20Emails%20-%202016&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=58521743&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-83RboR2T4bQcoHbynlCD3NrwwKVMNGRilyyxL1E_Fm7eSLoyE8Xm7vNSpwX8Wq9jg0rJe0NwBFYZ0NczvE2tR8ZmZRFsydBOs4bMlg-aVIyRWyWXA&_hsmi=58521743

For those of you job hunting in the nonprofit sector next year—hiring is up! http://www.prweb.com/releases/2017/11/prweb14918213.htm

Interesting study of a type of intermediary that serves as a hub for spokes of advocacy and action, rolling all stakeholders toward a defined goal—called “field catalysts;” wonky but important: https://ssir.org/articles/entry/field_catalysts

The tax proposals in the House and Senate, supported by the president, would significantly cut charitable donations and also harm charities by causing significant funding cuts in the Federal programs they rely upon for a big part of their money:...

Nonprofit advocates go to court to challenge a Tax Court ruling that could seriously inhibit advocacy efforts by foundations and charities: https://www.afj.org/press-room/press-releases/ninth-circuit-case-broad-implications-foundations-charities

UCLA’s Blueprint Magazine dedicates this issue to philanthropy, and its role in civic life in Los Angeles:  http://blueprint.ucla.edu/

Two key findings from CEP’s research—Program officers play an important role in shaping the funder–grantee relationship; the most powerful ways for program officers to strengthen relationships are to develop an understanding of grantee organizations, and to be transparent:...

Timing, messaging and the use of multiple channels are the keys to a successful year-end fundraising appeal:  https://mcahalane.com/tips-for-your-year-end-campaign-infographic/?utm_source=Hands-On+Fundraising+-+Fresh+Fundraising+Advice&utm_campaign=56753d1d02-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGNBLOG&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a12f1f8c3b-56753d1d02-136056961

10 “easy” ways to raise money from individuals for your nonprofit as you end the year: https://blog.everyaction.com/10-easy-things-you-can-do-to-raise-more-money

There’s a lot more to your nonprofit’s Form 990 than financial information—people can learn a lot about your programs, fundraising effectiveness and governance: https://nonprofitquarterly.org/2017/11/13/990-nonfinancial-matters-reveal-media-donors/?utm_source=Daily+Newswire&utm_campaign=54bda1af2e-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2017_11_13&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_94063a1d17-54bda1af2e-12442753

Your small social justice & advocacy nonprofit should start Rage Fundraising from those who have the greatest reasons to give because they know you. Don’t try to cast your net as widely as possible seeking new supporters—costs skyrocket & returns plummet: http://www.nonprofitpro.com/post/small-big-make-choice/