Oct
27
2023
Boards & Bosses: Staying in Your Own Lane
Working in a nonprofit organization can be a fulfilling experience. It allows individuals to contribute to a cause they are passionate about. However, the success of...
Leadership
Oct
20
2023
The Hidden Potential of Your Bored Board
Nonprofit organizations rely heavily on the expertise and commitment of their board members. These individuals play a vital role in shaping the organization’s mission, making strategic...
Sep
29
2023
Finding the I in TEAM
I wrote about the fact that there isnt an “I” in team, but there is an “M” and an “E” here. While that notion still stands...
Sep
08
2023
Welcome to the Post-Summer Busy Season!
I certainly hope that you enjoyed your summer — whether we filled it with vacation, enjoyed the outdoors, or just lounged around. In the fundraising world,...
Jun
16
2023
Navigating Different (but not necessarily difficult) Fundraising Personalities
June 16, 2023 We have all had occasion to work with a myriad of different folks from different walks of life. Everybody brings their own experience...
Apr
14
2023
One Cause of Fundraising Anxiety
Anxiety is all around us. We are more keenly aware of the consequences than we have ever been — the pandemic surely did not help matters....
Mar
24
2023
Stop Doing These Things
There are many ways to be a successful fundraiser. There are loads of websites, articles and books explaining the steps you should go through for your...
Mar
03
2023
Women and Fundraising
I have taken the opportunity of International Women’s Day over the past few years to highlight some of the many women that have inspired me as...
Feb
24
2023
Plan for it to Take More Time
I have come to appreciate that time is the one commodity/asset that we can never replenish. One can always earn more money, or buy more goods,...
Jan
20
2023
Now Is the Time to Check In
January and February can be the two of the toughest months (from a mental health perspective). The fast-paced end-of-year, replete with holiday celebrations with friends and...