Dec
13
2024
Disconnecting While on Vacation: A Fundraiser’s Perspective
As a fundraiser, our work is not just a job. It’s a passion, a calling, a commitment to making a positive impact in the world. Our...
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Nov
19
2024
Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays Episode 73
Episode 73 Episode 73 of Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays features Simon Scriver, the co-founder of Fundraising Everywhere (fundraisingeverywhere.com), a recovering fundraiser, coach/mentor, trainer, keynote speaker, podcast...
Nov
19
2024
Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays Episode 72
Episode 72 Episode 72 of Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays features Alan Harrison, a writer, father, performer, consultant, recovering artist, and author. We chat about starting in...
Nov
12
2024
Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays: Andrew Olson
Andrew Olson Teaser Check out a quick teaser regarding Andrew Olson’s upcoming podcast. Andrew is the Executive Vice President of Fundraising Solutions at DickersonBakker. He’s on...
Nov
08
2024
Fiduciary Duty of Board Members: Roles & Responsibilities
While the title of this post may not be the sexiest, it is a topic worth speaking of. Non-profit organizations in Canada play a crucial role...
Sep
27
2024
Specific Amounts vs. Gift Ranges in Solicitations
The art of getting a gift from a solicitation visit is a delicate balance of strategy, psychology, and personalization. One key element that can make or...
Sep
20
2024
Eat That Frog! (not literally)
I would never advocate for eating a frog (because it’s not kosher), but the notion of tackling a difficult challenge intrigues me. I’ve always been fascinated...
Jun
25
2024
Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays Episode 69
Episode 69 Join us for Episode 69 featuring the ever-charming Lynne Wester as we chat about all things related to doing things the right way in...
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...
Jun
07
2024
Asking for Help is a Strength, Not a Weakness
The Stigma Around Asking for Help Growing up, I was often taught that asking for help was a sign of weakness. The prevailing mindset was that...