Thanks. Giving.
It's the time of year when we focus on giving thanks. For nonprofits, it's also the time of the year when we raise, on average, nearly 1/3 of our annual income. Put those two together, [...]
Just as Mom Always Said
Mom always said that we should say "thank you" when someone does something nice for us. Mom also always said that "please" is a magic word. In my experience, nonprofit organizations are pretty good at "please." [...]
Radiate Gratitude (annual reports 4 of 4)
Call it enlightened self-interest: You want to make your funders and donors feel all warm and fuzzy about helping you .... And then they will send you more money, and then you will be able to do more good work in the world.
I’m Thankful for YOU
One of the many things I have to be grateful for this Thanksgiving is you. I really appreciate the fact that you read my e-letters or posts The primary purpose of this monthly communication is [...]
After Hurricane Sandy, Thanks
People who lost power are thankful they still have their homes and one another. People who lost homes are thankful they are alive and still have their loved ones. People who lost loved ones…well, I [...]