Mar
26
2024
Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays Episode 58
Episode 58 Episode 58 of Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays features Jennifer Johnstone, President and CEO of Central City Foundation as well as Chair of the...
Mar
25
2024
Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays Episode 57
Episode 57 Episode 57 of Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays features Julia Worthington, of Amber Consulting all the way from the UK to discuss the similarities...
Mar
15
2024
In Fundraising, Honesty is the Best Policy
As a fundraiser, I have come to realize that truth is not just a moral principle, but a crucial element in building strong and lasting relationships...
Mar
12
2024
Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays Episode 56
Episode 56 Episode 56 of Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays features Cuckoo Kochar president and founder of DCR/Phoenix Homes about the similarities and differences between India...
Mar
05
2024
Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays Episode 55
Episode 55 Episode 55 of Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays features Matthew Lang — all the way from Australia! Matt is a second generation professional fundraiser...
Mar
01
2024
The Power of Celebration: Embracing Others’ Amazing Gifts and Letting go of Jealousy
Jealousy is a powerful emotion that can consume us and hinder our own personal growth. It is natural to feel a twinge of envy when another...
Feb
27
2024
Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays Episode 54
Episode 54 Episode 54 of Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays features Lynne Wester, the Donor Relations Guru. Lynne delivers thought-provoking fundraising lessons with a keen focus...
Feb
23
2024
Thanks to the Readers
I have been at this blog for seven years now — wow, that’s a scary thought. I have been fortunate enough to meet (virtually) many of...
Feb
20
2024
Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays Episode 53
Episode 53 Episode 53 of Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays is the last of the series featuring Lisa Greer, a fundraising coach, nonprofit change-maker, major donor,...
Feb
16
2024
Falling out of Love with Your Organization as a Donor & Volunteer
As a donor and volunteer, my commitment to an organization is vital in ensuring its success. Over time, however, it’s natural to question whether our passion...