Philanthropy Perspectives
7 Ways to Lead with Courage in Uncertain Times
Courageous leadership isn’t about having all the answers. Learn 7 practical ways to lead with intention and authenticity in times of change.
10 Things Nonprofit Teams Should Stop Doing
Nonprofit teams are busy. There are always more grants to apply for, more meetings to attend, more reports to write, and more fundraising ideas someone thinks the organization should try. But in my experience working with nonprofit clients, the problem usually isn’t...
Rethinking the Gala: Why Curated Gatherings and Hybrid Events May Be the Smarter Move
Sometimes the smartest fundraising move isn’t going bigger — it’s going deeper. Curated in-person gatherings and thoughtfully designed hybrid events may outperform traditional fundraising galas.
Not all (Fundraising) Opportunities are Created Equal
Is This Fundraising Opportunity Really Worth It? Nonprofit organizations are constantly presented with fundraising opportunities. Some are an easy yes. Some are an easy no. And some fall into that murky middle where the opportunity looks great on paper—but your gut is...
Word of the Year 2026: Bravo!
Every year I choose a word of the year — something to guide and inspire me, something that reflects what I want to work on or what I'm yearning for. Past words (or phrases) have been: Grateful, Accept, Delight, What If?, and Abundance. And yes, it can be a phrase, a...
Your 2026 BINGO Card!
Try gamifying your goals with a New Year’s BINGO card!
- Martin Luther King, Jr.
