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
26
2023
Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays: Deborah Rosati
Deborah Rosati Teaser Check out a quick teaser regarding Deborah Rosati’s upcoming videocast. Deborah’s roles on boards, both for-profit and nonprofit, have helped all the organizations...
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,...
Aug
22
2023
Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays Episode 37
Episode 37 Episode 37 of Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays again features Dolph Goldenburg, the man behind Successful Nonprofits, a consulting firm focussing on fundraising planning, development,...
Jun
27
2023
Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays Episode 30
Episode 30 Episode 30 of Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays again features Patti Murphy, Executive Director of the Youth Services Bureau Charitable Foundation. Patti has a way...
Jun
06
2023
Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays Episode 27
Episode 27 Episode 27 of Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays again features Tricia Johnson, Director of Communications and Development for the Ottawa Food Bank. Tricia is a...
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...