Annual Traditions, Communicate, Fundraising, Giving Trends, Grow, Growth/Scaling Plans, Marketing & Communication, Social Impact Architects, Storytelling
As Americans celebrate Independence Day and our nation’s 250th birthday this weekend, I’ve been reflecting on one of the qualities that has always made our country unique. Nearly 200 years ago, French political thinker Alexis de Tocqueville traveled across the United...
Business Planning, Communicate, Fundraising, Grow, Growth/Scaling Plans, Impact, Impact Measurement, Lead, Marketing & Communication, Organizational Assessments, Organizational Culture, Social Impact Architects, Storytelling
One of the hardest parts of nonprofit leadership is making decisions without having all the information. Should we hire now or wait? Should we launch the new program or build reserves? Should we invest in technology or hold onto cash? Leaders rarely get certainty...
Business Planning, Communicate, Fundraising, Grow, Growth/Scaling Plans, Organizational Assessments, Social Impact Architects, Storytelling, Strategic Planning, Theory of Change
If it feels like things are moving fast, it is because they are. The pace of change has accelerated. More importantly, the number of things changing all at once has increased. Multiple systems are shifting at the same time: technology, workforce expectations, trust in...
About Suzanne, Fundraising, Inspirations, Social Impact Architects, Strategic Planning
Antarctica has a way of checking your ego fast. There is no powering through here. No forcing the agenda. Ice shifts. Weather changes. Plans adjust. Nature does not negotiate. You can be prepared, thoughtful and experienced, and still be reminded very quickly that you...
Communicate, Fundraising, Impact, Impact Measurement, Marketing & Communication, Social Impact Architects, Storytelling
As we close out the year, many nonprofits are starting to assemble their annual or impact reports. This practice is more than a tradition — it is one of the most important trust-building tools you have. Donors want to know the difference their support made and see the...
Communicate, Fundraising, Marketing & Communication, Organizational Assessments, Organizational Culture, Social Impact Architects, Storytelling
As we approach Thanksgiving, nonprofits across the globe are preparing for the giving season. Marked by Giving Tuesday, holiday generosity and the end of the tax year, it is statistically the busiest time of year for charitable giving. But while your year-end appeal...
