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

“Habitat is realizing unprecedented interest right now, focusing on the practical help we bring to those in desperate need — hurricane and tsunami victims. As people engage with us, they realize through experience the impact and transforming nature of our work (both for themselves and our homeowners), and that simply accelerates the enthusiasm and reach of the mission.”