Each philanthropic cause has its own special challenges. Here we talk to fundraising pros for a behind-the-scenes look at a variety of missions and organizations.

By Margaret Battistelli Gardner

HUNGER

What’s Uncle Sam Got to Do With It?

Steven Miller is the director of development and membership at Bread for the World, a nationwide Christian movement that seeks justice for the world’s hungry people by lobbying decision makers in the United States. Its unusual mix of faith and politics helps it to stand out among the crowd of hunger-focused organizations vying for donor dollars.