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While we can’t deny the devastating impact of the pandemic over the past year, there are a few silver linings to acknowledge. One: the accessibility to conferences and trainings in…
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She closed her eyes and shook her head, "just do SOMETHING," she said, " you just have to do something!" Jeannie Neathery was explaining her organization's pivot to a virtual…
In a recent call with nonprofit consultants from across the county, a frightening statistic was shared: up to 40% of charities might be forced to close because of the pandemic.Two…
Charities across the country are struggling with the decision to fundraise during the coronavirus pandemic. Cancelled events have delivered a tremendous blow to organizations that rely heavily on these activities…
It was the summer of 2018 and I had just returned from a conference. My mind was jumpy, unsettled, and bouncing around like a pinball in an arcade game. Conversations…
We were in a small cozy office. I sat across the desk from her. She sighed. “I’ve been in this business for 15 years. I know what we need to…
"We're so behind on digital fundraising... I don't even know where to start!" I've heard this phrase more times than I can count recently from development officers at conferences and…
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