Search Search Search You must have JavaScript enabled to use this form. Topic Programs & Operations (-) Board & Leadership Fundraising Managing People Resources Managed Admission Volunteers Cruelty & Disasters Disaster Preparedness & Response Grants Active FiltersBoard & Leadership Group 9 Clear All Essential Tips for Effective Fundraising The ASPCA’s Philanthropy team offers tips and best practices in animal welfare fundraising strategies. Five Tips for Successful Grant Writing Learn top tips for writing successful grant proposals to secure funds for your essential life-saving work. 4 Reasons & 6 Tips to Get Your Nonprofit in Good Legal Standing Learn why it’s important to get your nonprofit’s legal house in order and six tips to get you started. Essentials for Successful Grant Funding: Kickoff Meetings and Tracking Learn how Denver Animal Protection set grant process helps improve staff alignment and skill sets to access more funding to help pets. Participatory Communications Survey for Staff This sample survey can help your staff and leadership communicate more effectively. Hiring the Right People for Your Culture Learn about specific tools and strategies to adjust your hiring process to find the right kind of people for the organizational culture you want. Customizable Emergency Response Plan for Animal Shelters Download this disaster planning template and prepare to keep your animals and the people who care for them safe during any emergency. What's the Deal About Data? Knowing what animals are coming into your shelter and why, and what animals are making it out alive (or not) are important keys to improve your performance. Stress and Animal Protection Work Animal welfare workers can find ways to harness the energy that comes with stress, create coping strategies for managers, and prevent staff burnout.