Philanthropy

Why a Clear Strategy Is Key to Reaching Your Philanthropic Goals

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To lead effectively during these challenging times, a flexible philanthropic strategy is paramount.   Your strategy defines not just what you aim to achieve but also how you intend to accomplish it. It helps you identify and reach your philanthropic goals and prevents you from running in disparate directions chasing proverbial squirrels. However, all too […]

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Myths vs. Facts: Consultant RFPs — Part 2

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This is the second part of my two-part blog series on busting myths about Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for consultants and advisors. If you missed my first blog about this, you can read it here and catch up! Here’s a little background on why I wanted to write this:  I recently shared this on TikTok

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The 5 Steps to Creating a Philanthropic Strategy

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To navigate and lead during turbulent times, you need a flexible philanthropic strategy. Strategy defines what you want to accomplish and how you want to accomplish it. It ensures you and your team are focused on what’s most important and prevents you from getting pulled into different directions and disconnected activities.  Yet too often, philanthropists don’t

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What IS Delusional Altruism?

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You may be suffering from it without even realizing it. Imagine this: You’re out at a fancy dinner. You’re dressed to the nines and looking absolutely fabulous. You’re witty and clever in your conversation. Simply put, you’re at the top of your game and feeling great. Then, you excuse yourself to visit the facilities. You

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Three Ways Funders Can Change Systems And Drive Impact

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“We can’t just put a Band-Aid on this. We need to change the system!” How many times have you heard that statement? It’s true. Most of the issues funders address will ultimately benefit greatly by systems change. But how do funders play a role in that change? I define systems change as altering entrenched policies

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