Model Missteps
Recently, a dear friend (who is both beautiful, charming and witty, all of which I promised to say whenever I reference her in a blog), asked me if we should have a female model for fundraising. She had been talking with another friend about fundraising for women’s organizations and causes and had begun wondering whether we weren’t using a male model for fundraising, akin to our earlier understanding of heart attacks, built solely by studying males.
I had two immediate reactions, though seriatim. My first was, Read more
Losing faith in the nonprofit sector
For most nonprofits, it’s either the beginning, or the last quarter, of the fiscal year. Either way, it’s the time when we’re thinking even more than usual about our money. Surplus or deficit? When will it come in and from where? How can we use it wisely to deliver on our mission promises and still sustain the organization?
Here are some interesting research findings to inform your thinking and your work around finances.
But so we are clear: I’m not reporting on results from the hot-off-the-press GivingUSA Read more
