Hopeful in a Time of Change and Uncertainty
As we wind down 2024, I believe it’s important to not only reflect on the year gone by, but also to look forward with [...]
How Effective Partnerships Can Fuel Nonprofit Growth
When nonprofits consider growth, they often face a moment of truth. Can we really take this on ourselves, or do we need help to [...]
NFL Draft 2024 Gives Detroit Many Ways to Shine
This week, the NFL Draft comes to town, shining a national spotlight on the city of Detroit once again. While predictions vary, local officials [...]
Is a Capital Campaign Right for Your Nonprofit?
Capital campaigns give nonprofit organizations amazing potential to serve more people, expand their services and maximize their impact on communities. At the same time, [...]
3 Key Areas Nonprofits Can Optimize for Sustainable Success
When we partner with nonprofit clients, we always stress the importance of three key areas: organizational development, fund development and creative storytelling. Not only [...]
Why I Painted My Face Honolulu Blue For the First Time Ever
Sitting in the stands at Ford Field as the Lions beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday, I witnessed a victory that I, like so [...]
2023 Reflections on Philanthropy: Overcoming the Trust Gap
At the end of every year, I ask myself the same question: Is the world in a better place than it was a year [...]
Five Ways Charitable Foundations Can Build Partnerships with Purpose
Charitable foundations are stepping up. They’re meeting increased demand as U.S. nonprofits struggle with higher costs and greater community needs along with shortfalls in [...]
Building a Better Nonprofit Governing Board
Remember when your nonprofit got started? You probably launched your organization with a small, informal group of founders with strong passion for the mission [...]
This Holiday Season, Think About How Our Differences Can Be Strengths
We have all heard the story of a good Samaritan, but how many of us have lived it? I had the opportunity recently when [...]