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Reading Time: 4 minutesMacKenzie Scott is arguably the most innovative and influential philanthropist in a generation. By challenging the status quo that philanthropy should be a drawn-out, heavily scrutinized process that comes with strings attached by the donor, her giving…
Reading Time: 5 minutesThe nonprofit sector is experiencing an unprecedented staffing crisis. Fundraisers are moving into new roles or leaving the profession altogether. At Graham-Pelton, conversations with nonprofit leaders who are struggling to attract and retain fundraising talent is increasing…
Reading Time: 3 minutesYou think you’re doing moves management – but are you really? It might seem like an obvious – or even obtuse – question, but in reality, we often coach organizations on how to put systems in place…
Reading Time: 6 minutesCryptocurrency is confusing. Its very concept produces more questions than answers, and its mention usually results in an immediate and visceral reaction: “Doesn’t that have to do with the dark web?” “I am the furthest thing from…
Reading Time: 3 minutesProspect qualification – the process of identifying and qualifying individuals or entities interested in supporting your organization’s mission – is critical to ensuring the success and longevity of your work. Qualifying donors and prospects on a consistent…
Reading Time: 6 minutesWhen working with nonprofits to develop their Cases for Support, I find that many development leaders grapple with the same recurring questions: how do you talk about all those competing needs and many funding priorities when some…
Reading Time: 4 minutes“When my students see me advocate for them, I hope that I’m modeling the ways they’ll need to advocate for themselves – for their education, families, schools, and communities.” Dr. Jericah Jackson Principal Aldine Young Women’s Leadership…
Reading Time: 4 minutesAlthough an organization’s Development and Communications departments have distinct roles, their ability to work together is critical to the success of fundraising efforts and the sharing of your organization’s mission. However, without proper care, the relationship can…
Reading Time: 3 minutesNonprofits typically rely on a combination of funding sources to carry out their missions, and rarely is it an even split. Some organizations place more emphasis on individual donors, while others focus on grants, fees for services,…
Reading Time: 4 minutesDr. Elizabeth Gillespie Assistant ProfessorThe University of Memphis There’s something special about philanthropy. Philanthropy is as old as humankind. How many things have lasted the entirety of human existence? It exists in every religion and culture. And…