Jun
18
2024
Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays Episode 68
Episode 68 Episode 68 of Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays is the last of the segments featuring Jennifer Johnstone, President and CEO of Central City Foundation...
engagement
Apr
12
2024
Am I Being Ghosted? Unraveling the Signs and Solutions
As I sit here pondering the mysteries of human behavior, one question that often crosses my mind is, “Am I being ghosted?” Ghosting, the act of...
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...
Feb
02
2024
Beat the February Fundraising Blues
It’s February, and you may be feeling the blues or fundraising funk. The winter blues can cast a gloomy shadow on donor activity and dampen your...
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
05
2023
Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays Episode 39
Episode 39 Episode 39 of Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays is the season finale, featuring Dolph Goldenburg, the man behind Successful Nonprofits, a consulting firm focussing on...
May
12
2023
We Have a Problem
I like to read the Fundraising Effectiveness Project’s reports on a fairly regular basis. It shows the triumphs and challenges we face as a profession. Sometimes...
Apr
18
2023
Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays Episode 20
Episode 20 Episode 20 of Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays once again features Micah Garten, Director of Development for the Jewish Federation of Ottawa. Micah and I chatted...
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,...