Keeping supporters involved is about building connection, trust, and a shared sense of purpose. Research consistently shows that people stay engaged when they feel informed, emotionally connected to the mission, and invited to participate in ways that feel personal. Community-driven storytelling and regular updates are among the top drivers of supporter retention across nonprofits and […]
As nonprofits and mission-based organizations increasingly rely on digital tools to connect, fundraise, and deliver services, protecting their data and communities has become essential. To explore how the importance of cybersecurity can serve the public good, we spoke with the Global Cyber Alliance (GCA), a nonprofit working to make digital safety more accessible through initiatives […]
Fundraising has shifted significantly over the past few years, with digital expectations rising and supporters engaging in new and more selective ways. At the same time, many organizations continue to face financial uncertainty, growing demand for services, and pressure to diversify income. Creating a strategic fundraising plan has become essential for navigating these challenges with […]
Towards the end of the year, the “season of giving” falls upon us. Spreading joy is infectious and causes many to go out of their way to give back, both online and in-person. After the hustle and bustle of Black Friday and Cyber Monday comes a day that provides an opportunity to do good and […]
Every October, Cybersecurity Awareness Month is a reminder that protecting the Internet is a shared responsibility. For Public Interest Registry (PIR), that commitment extends far beyond one month. As the nonprofit registry operator of the .ORG Family of Domains, we work year-round to help keep the Internet a place where mission-driven organizations and individuals can […]
At fifteen years old, Zofia Kierner decided she could not wait for someone else to change the world around her. Growing up in Central Eastern Europe, she saw how few opportunities young women had to practice leadership, build confidence, or connect with role models. That same year, a World Health Organization study confirmed what she […]
A new sponsorship programme aims to help domain registrars ‘disrupt’ criminal businesses Criminals running commercial child sexual abuse websites will be targeted under a new safety initiative which aims to disrupt their ability to buy domain names for their sites. Today, Public Interest Registry (PIR), the US non-profit that operates the .ORG Top-Level Domain, and […]
Recently, Typhoon Halong slammed against Alaska’s southwest coast causing massive destruction and displacing thousands of people. With record flooding and high winds, the damage to the area has raised concerns for the long-term viability of coastal Alaskan villages and climate change. The Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta, located along western Alaska’s coast, was the primary area affected by […]
The Fund for Congolese Women named 2025 .ORG of the Year, selected from nearly 3,000 applicants from more than 120 countries Washington D.C. — Public Interest Registry (PIR), the people behind the .ORG domain, announced the winners of the 2025 .ORG Impact Awards, an annual celebration recognizing and rewarding outstanding mission-driven individuals and organizations from […]