Last Look is a Web-exclusive, in-depth interview with a fundraiser or a profile of a nonprofit organization.

Last Look: Gerry Brisson, vice president for development, Gleaners

By Margaret Battistelli
The 31-year-old Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeastern Michigan serves all of Southeast Michigan, which is home to 5 million people. It has five distribution centers strategically located throughout a six-county area, as well as storage, transportation and other capacities that enable it to quickly and efficiently get food to people where and when it’s needed. In addition, the food bank purchases food at prices that are dramatically lower than market rates in order to meet the nutrition and quantity requirements of its more than 400 member partners, which include food pantries, soup kitchens, shelters, churches and other agencies that distribute emergency food. Each week, ProSpeak will spotlight Web-only, FundRaising Success-exclusive content provided by fundraising professionals at various agencies, consultancies and service/technology providers that serve the nonprofit sector. Check in each Monday for a new column, and be sure to add comments and ask questions through our convenient "comments" system. Check back daily for responses from the author or editor.

Special Events with a Virtual Twist

By Heather Burton
Spring — which, believe it or not, really is coming soon — is an exciting time. People emerge from hibernation, outdoor activities are on the rise, and nonprofits tap into the renewed energy of their staff,... Embracing Nonprofit 2.0 in Your Organization

By Steve MacLaughlin
With Web 2.0, as with all emerging technologies, there is a fine balance with what to use, what to lose and where to start. What is clear though, is that nonprofits need to embrace these technologies to... Weaving an Effective Web Experience: Part 2 How does your site compare?

By Charlie Cumbaa
Blackbaud recently conducted an assessment in an effort to help nonprofit organizations evaluate their current Internet marketing efforts. In this second look at the results, we’ll delve into the “Visit... The Give and Take of Premium Mailings

By Willis Turner
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