
M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Advice
Chronicle of Philanthropy
M.J. Prest has been writing about major gifts, grant making, and executive moves for the Chronicle since 2004.
Her work has also appeared in the Washington Post, Slate.com, and the Huffington Post, and she wrote the young-adult novel Immersion.
M.J. graduated from Williams College and after living in many different places, she settled in New England with her husband, two kids, and two rescue dogs.
Stories by This Author
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Nonprofit Adviser
8 Tips to Engage Your Board in a Capital Campaign
Plus, register now for our July 24 webinar on year-end planning for major gifts. -
Nonprofit Adviser
Foundations Adopt New AI Vetting Tool for Grantees
Plus, join the July 15 online forum on our new nonprofit tech research. -
Grant Making
How Foundations Are Using AI to Vet Grantees
Program officers at more than 130 grant makers are using a new artificial intelligence tool to assess the financial health of prospective grantee organizations. -
Nonprofit Adviser
Strategies for Winning 6-Figure Grants
Plus, join tomorrow’s online forum on how AI is transforming the nonprofit sector. -
Advice
How Feel-Good Fundraising Lifts Revenue and Spirits
Learn how an environmental group sustains a warm, wholesome online community — and raises blockbuster sums. -
Grant Seeking
Tips for Winning 6-Figure Grants in a Competitive Climate
This year, the competition for large foundations’ attention is fierce. Here are key strategies to stand out in a crowded field. -
Fundraising Update
4 Tips to Boost DAF Donations
Plus, why small nonprofits should run capital campaigns. -
Nonprofit Adviser
Level Up Your Board Recruitment
Plus, register for our June 12 webinar on securing six-figure grants. -
Grant Seeking
7 Ways to Earn Foundations’ Trust and Win General Operating Support
Three experts explain how to get to know foundation program officers and best position your nonprofit to secure flexible funding. -
Fundraising Update
How to Reassure Skittish Donors in a Turbulent Economy
Plus, experts offer seven ways to raise more from donor-advised funds.