Philanthropy Blogs

The Chronicle of Philanthropy for this week features an article about non-profit blogging. The blogs it mentions aren’t on my favorites list (ones I read already) but might be of interest to you. Some of the blogs give tips about fundraising, others are more watchdog in nature and others are more general in focus.

I will list a couple of the ones mentioned since the article doesn’t provide links. Each blog has its own list of links so my small list will start you on your way to greater exploration. Some of the material is more appropriate for people running huge charities and foundations than for development staff of individual arts organizations. There is something for everyone in this little list-good ideas, thoughtful analysis, words to the wise and a couple chuckles.

I wanted to suggest taking a look at the story too as it discusses the different motivations people have for blogging. Some of the reasons might resonate with you and inspire you to blog. The field is pretty empty according the article. Only about 100 non-profit blogs in a sea of millions.

Watch Dog and Critical Eye Blogs

White Courtesy Telephone
Charity Governance Blog
Where Most Needed
Don’t Tell The Donor
(Not mentioned in the article. Came across via someone else recently. Can’t recall who or where.)
Trent Stamp’s Take (written by president of non-profit watchdog, Charity Navigator)

General Resource Blogs

Gift Hub
The Agitator -Written by Direct Mail Fundraisers
Donor InSite
Donor Power Blog – Just a caveat about the advice– it is written by a for profit consulting firm according to the article. That said, very interesting reading and I there doesn’t seem to be a hard sell for their services or areas only available to clients.