It’s Time for Philanthropists to Recognize Their Blind Spots
In a time of social anxiety, where are we falling short? In philanthropy circles, people very rarely, if ever, call each other out for
June 19, 2020
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Practical Tips for Philanthropists
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The Revolution Will Not Be Funded With An RFP
The time for business as usual is long gone. In the United States of America in 2020, the sickening murder of a black man—George
June 9, 2020
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Philanthropy Crisis Makeover
How to create, solidify and embrace the new you. We’ve experienced plenty of challenge over the past few months. But what about the profound
May 19, 2020
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Six Ways Philanthropies Respond to Crisis
Some are more effective than others. When the unexpected happens, we all wish we had the presence of mind of a first responder. But
May 12, 2020
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Seven Ways to Increase Your Philanthropic Impact
With every challenge comes opportunity. None of us would have chosen this moment, but now that it’s here, we’re all forced to respond. We’re
May 5, 2020
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Rapid Strategy Development In Times Of Crisis
Strategies guide philanthropists during tumultuous times Philanthropists are most effective when they have a strategy. And, formulating that strategy is easier than you think. With
April 20, 2020
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4 Questions to Get Maximum Impact During This Crisis
You’re just the philanthropic leader we need. If you are like most funders or philanthropy-serving organizations, in the past two weeks you’ve done one
April 3, 2020
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Are You Too Overwhelmed to Take Your Next Step?
6 Ways Philanthropists May Feel Overwhelmed A serious, but largely overlooked, problem in philanthropy is feeling overwhelmed. You know what I’m talking about. You
March 23, 2020
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4 Ways Fear Can Paralyze Philanthropy
Banish these common fears that undermine your impact As a warning mechanism, we’d all agree that fear can come in handy. But what happens
March 18, 2020
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COVID-19 Doesn’t Need To Slow You Down
There is no reason philanthropic efforts must come to a grinding halt during tumultuous times. In the past week, I’ve heard a dozen examples
March 17, 2020
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Don’t Save Money On The Wrong Things
Misguided frugality can quickly sink your philanthropic ship. As philanthropists you want to be good caretakers of your charitable wealth. You want your assets
March 9, 2020
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How Delusional Altruism Thwarts Philanthropic Impact
Don’t let misguided thinking prevent you from creating change. As philanthropists seek to change the world, many need to get out of their own
March 3, 2020
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