What We’re Learning
How Philanthropy Can Shape the 21st Century Gospel of Wealth: a Move from Generosity to Justice
It’s no secret that our philanthropy is at an inflection point. As the cultural climate grows increasingly polarized — and gaps in wealth,…
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Why People Don’t Donate (And What You Can Do About It)
In this podcast, hear more about strategic giving and why you don’t necessarily need to be business savvy. Learn how you can achieve long term flexible commitments in…
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Avoiding Generational Assumptions in Fundraising
In this webinar, Sophie Penney will show you what makes each generation tick and how you can connect in ways that they seek.
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Nonprofit and Government Collaborations Move at the ‘Speed of Trust’
A discussion between two California mayors on how the public sector and nonprofit leaders can work together in a time of anxiety and disruption.
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With Donor Households Declining, Will Universal Charitable Deduction Advance in Congress?
Over the past few weeks, the declining state of charitable involvement in the US has finally been acknowledged by more mainstream media, including the Washington Post, and, again, we are…
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Why Even a Good Executive Director Needs a Coach
Professional development for nonprofit leaders – luxury or necessity? In this podcast I talk about how maximizing impact requires an investment in support.
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The Four Year-End Donor Personas, Reasons They Give & Channels to Reach Them
An estimated 30 million people will be making gifts to the organizations that they care most about by the end of the year. Your message should…
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It has been said that reciprocity is a core value of the nonprofit sector. It is also a core Alaska Native value. By reframing the grantmaking relationship as a reciprocal relationship, foundations have the opportunity to…
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Bees and Volunteers: Both Need Our Attention Now
In this article, CEO of the California Association of Nonprofits (CalNonprofits), Jan Masaoka explores what volunteerism is, why we should be paying attention, and how bees can guide us.
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