Last week, I had the opportunity to present at the AFP Advancement Northwest conference in Seattle. There, I talked about some of the...

Just like that, we’re in mid-May. If you listen closely, you can hear my fellow consultants pulling together LinkedIn posts about...

The difference between a thoughtful recommendation and a generic one is the difference between an email from a friend and an unsolicited...

Fundraisers know that fundraising is not just the ask. It's the invitation, the connection, and the gratitude. Board members don't always...

Nonprofit board members can be world-class fundraisers – but only after you’ve overcome three common challenges and mindsets. By focusing...

“My board doesn’t know what they are doing.” “I joined the board, but I don’t know what to do now.” “We’ve got a good board … but I feel...

A nonprofit board plays a key role in fundraising. That doesn’t necessarily mean that the board members are directly asking for...

Recently, I had the chance to screen Uncharitable – the upcoming movie based on Dan Pallotta's TED talk and book. I’ve been a fan of the...

For a nonprofit organization, board giving can be a tricky topic. How much should they give? Can they bring their friends to the...

The post-it note in my notebook reads “LN post – Valentine’s Day – message to leaders/funders” Today, on the 15th of the month, I read...

Your board members can be champions for your cause, but only if you give them the right tools. Board members don’t need to be experts....

Fundraisers - let’s talk about board giving. 🎁 Your board loves your organization. ❤ Your board wants you to succeed. Your board members...