Cybersecurity can feel easy to push down the list, especially when your team is already juggling a lot. But for nonprofits, it’s no longer a “later” problem, it has become part of the everyday reality of running an organization. That was one of the clearest themes in our recent webinar conversation with Rick Wilhelm, CTO […]
By Rick Wilhelm, CTO, Public Interest Registry Every nonprofit is already making cybersecurity decisions – whether they realize it or not. Cybersecurity can feel overwhelming or out of reach, especially if your nonprofit does not have a dedicated IT team or legal expertise in house. But even small teams are making decisions every day about […]
Well Aware, a 2025 .ORG Impact Awards finalist, is redefining what transparent nonprofit communication can look like. Through long-term partnerships that provide sustainable clean water systems across East Africa, their work goes beyond project completion to focus on lasting community transformation. We spoke with their team about how transparency, accountability, and honest storytelling help build […]
Each year, the .ORG Impact Awards spotlight organizations creating meaningful change around the world, but some of the most powerful impact cannot be measured overnight. For organizations like Kula Project, a 2025 .ORG Impact Awards finalist, success is not defined by quick wins, but by long-term transformation. We spoke with their team about what it […]
Featuring Lewis Hamilton’s foundation Mission 44, ‘The First Lap’ campaign highlights the power of giving every dream a starting point RESTON, Va. – Public Interest Registry (PIR), the nonprofit organization that operates the .ORG domain, launched a global advertising campaign Tuesday in collaboration with Formula 1 supported by charity Mission 44, founded by Sir Lewis […]
Winners eligible for prize donations up to $50,000 USD out of $180,000 USD total prize awards RESTON, Va. – Public Interest Registry (PIR), the nonprofit stewards of the .ORG domain, opened the nomination period for its eighth annual .ORG Impact Awards on Wednesday. The .ORG Impact Awards are an annual celebration that recognizes outstanding mission-driven […]
By Jon Nevett, President & CEO, Public Interest Registry For more than 40 years, the .ORG domain has been a home for organizations working to make the world better. But what makes .ORG special isn’t just the organizations, it’s the people behind them. Across countries, causes, and communities, there’s a shared sense of purpose — […]
What does it take to not only start mission-driven work at a young age, but to sustain it as an organization grows? That question anchored an Engage for Good discussion, hosted in partnership with Public Interest Registry, featuring two 2025 .ORG Impact Awards Rising Star finalists: Nick Lowinger, Founder of Gotta Have Sole, and Joshua […]
Online communities can help organizations build stronger relationships, create space for connection, and engage supporters in more meaningful ways. But building one well takes more than choosing a platform. It starts with understanding your purpose, listening to stakeholder needs, and creating an environment where people feel safe, welcome, and encouraged to participate. In this resource […]