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 — […]
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 […]
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 […]
Feature: Matt Gayer, Executive Director of Spur Local Join us for this Spotlight Session from our ORG Action Campaign featuring Matt Gayer, Executive Director of Spur Local. In this conversation, Matt shares how Spur Local serves as a “community catalyst,” strengthening small nonprofits across the D.C., Maryland, and Virginia region. From closing the information gap […]
Feature: Erica Hartman, Chief Executive Officer of Safe Place for Youth Join us for this Spotlight Session from our ORG Action Campaign, featuring Erica Hartman, Chief Executive Officer of Safe Place for Youth. In this powerful conversation, Erica shares how Safe Place for Youth (SPY) is working to prevent and end youth homelessness through supportive […]
Feature: Juan Caballero, Chief Executive Officer of Build Change For millions of families around the world, home is not always the refuge it should be, especially as climate change brings stronger storms, rising waters, and more natural frequent disasters. Build Change exists to change that reality. In this Spotlight Session, Juan Caballero, Chief Executive Officer […]
Feature: Stephanie Terrell, Warm Current Board Member and member of the Quinault Tribe and Natalie Maxson, Warm Current Board Member and Member of the Makah Tribe On the fog-lined shores of the Washington coast, a different kind of learning takes place, one rooted in culture, community, and connection to ancestral waters. In this Spotlight Session, […]
Feature: Michelle Schaefer, CEO and founder of the Diaper Bank of North Carolina (DBNC) What started as one mother’s determination to ease her child’s pain has grown into a statewide movement addressing one of the most overlooked basic needs: access to diapers and hygiene essentials. In this Spotlight Session, Michelle Schaefer, CEO and founder of […]
Digital fundraising continues to evolve as supporter expectations shift and charities navigate ongoing financial pressure, changing donor behavior, and increased competition for attention. While online giving is now the norm, many organizations are focused on how to re-engage supporters, strengthen trust, and turn digital connections into sustained support. In this resource from our partners at […]