Generosity in quotes
“Despite the uncertainties of our lives, I’m puzzled why Americans don’t feel more optimistic. Liberals and conservatives seem equally morose. It’s unfashionable to be upbeat.… Read More »Generosity in quotes
Top posts for January 2012
In case you missed them, here are my top ten posts for January 2012. I look forward to the time when I can recognize as… Read More »Top posts for January 2012
Investments in board development reap guaranteed returns. I promise.
“Though diverse in their missions, [nonprofit] organizations often face a common – and potentially devastating – challenge. They have selected boards of directors loaded with… Read More »Investments in board development reap guaranteed returns. I promise.
Why a warm welcome to first-time donors matters
Tracking the performance of loyal supporters is basic best practice in most development shops these days. (I assume that includes yours.) But what about the… Read More »Why a warm welcome to first-time donors matters
Commentary on the state of our union with money
Questioning the worth of wealth. According to psychology prof Barry Schwartz, “the role of material success in well-being is an unsettled matter.” Money does buy… Read More »Commentary on the state of our union with money
Generosity in quotes
“Paul thinks everything we have is the result of God’s grace, that the material and the spiritual are tied together, and that our responsibility is… Read More »Generosity in quotes
Four benefits of turning tough times into teachable moments
Everywhere these days, organizational leaders are on the hunt for a short-cut route out of the economic doldrums in which the nonprofit sector finds itself.… Read More »Four benefits of turning tough times into teachable moments
In tough economic times, what’s a fundraiser to do?
Back in April, I addressed the question of what boards of faith-based nonprofits should be doing in these tough economic times. My answer: What they… Read More »In tough economic times, what’s a fundraiser to do?
The role of edgy questions in strategic planning
If strategic planning is on the horizon for your organization, you’ll want to take a look at the latest issue of Great Boards where contributing… Read More »The role of edgy questions in strategic planning
Generosity in quotes
“I’d like somebody to mention that day that Martin Luther King, Jr., tried to give his life serving others. I’d like for somebody to say… Read More »Generosity in quotes