13 years ago on August 1, 2011, I embarked on an adventure when I left the comfort of my job to focus full-time on my business that allows me to do what I love: helping nonprofit organizations succeed.

A movement has existed for years to include more equitable language in philanthropy, especially in grant applications. This blog explains why.

What does a culture of philanthropy look like and how can you create one at your organization? Here are 4 helpful steps to get there.

While nothing will guarantee that your development professional will never leave your organization, these tips should help minimize the chances that they will begin looking for their next opportunity as soon as the ink dries on their contract with you.

Leverage your outing to maximize the impact not just on event day, but for the entire year.

Machines will never replace the relationships on which fund development work depends for success. However, they can eliminate or streamline the many administrative functions that keep the fund development professional from spending the time to develop these relationships.

Improve your donor retention and bottom line.

The final of seven different dysfunctions of a board we address in this series, see how having a functional can take your organization to new heights.

The sixth of seven different dysfunctions of a board we address in this series, here are 4 ways to fix bad decision making.

Here’s how can you maximize your success and raise more money in this fund development environment.

Get an overview of what it means to conduct a SWOT analysis and why they can help you strengthen your organization.

The beginning of the year serves as a good time to review your processes and procedures to assure that you meet all the legal reporting requirements for your nonprofit.

What can you learn from your 2023 fund development efforts that can help you raise more money in the new year?

A year-end parody song inspired by a few of my favorite things about nonprofit work.

These four tips will help you maximize your chances of success and raise more money as this year ends.

These tips will provide some guidance to help you set your ask amount in the future, from donors and in grant applications.

Don’t leave money on the table! Here are 5 ways to make the most of your year-end giving campaigns.

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, here are 7 easy ways to thank your donors not just during the holidays but all year round.

Learn how to collect the best possible data to inform your strategic plan.

Learn what a vision or aspirational statement is, why it’s important, and how you can harness the power of your aspirations to move your organization forward.