Philanthropy Perspectives
Foundation Giving History — What Does the Data Tell You?
What does a foundation’s giving history REALLY tell you? How can the data guide your fundraising decisions?
Top Five Tips for Finding Freedom by Setting Boundaries
Boundaries can protect us, which then frees us to let our guard down, experience flow, and think, work, and feel more deeply.
My 2024 word of the year: ACCEPT
My 2024 word of the year is: ACCEPT. I will try to spend less time focused on “shoulds” and more time accepting what is, with grace, and moving forward with greater ease.
Coping with Rejection in Fundraising
Whether it’s a declined grant application, a potential donor saying “no,” or a campaign that falls short of expectations, rejection is part of the fundraising process. It’s not easy to deal with it! But, rejection can open doors to learning about yourself, leveling up your skills, and creating healthy boundaries between you and your work.
Approaching the “Busy Season” with Resilience
As we enter the busy end-of-year season, cultivating resilience can help us stay focused, effective, and inspired.
Is AI a Better Blogger Than I?
I let AI generate blog post topics and write a blog post. Is it better at the blog game than I am?
- Martin Luther King, Jr.