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The Beacon — 135 episodes · page 1 of 2
Turning Bold Vision Into Practical Action
What Presidents and Advancement Leaders Need From Each Other
Planned Giving Doesn't Have to Be Complicated
Volunteer First: Building the Next Generation of Philanthropic Leaders
How Skills Based Volunteering Strengthens Nonprofit Capacity
Attention is Currency
Advancement Leadership in a Changing Higher Education Landscape
Leading Through the AI Era
What Great Boards Get Right
Leading Through Crisis Before It Is Too Late
Giving starts with identity, not persuasion
Leading Up to Move Vision into Action
The Signals Shaping Independent Schools
What Donor-Advised Fund Data Reveals About Donor Behavior
Leading with Moral Clarity in Complex Times
Tailoring Your Foundation Engagement Strategy
A First Look at “Leading Volunteers” with Dr. Howard Cohen
How federal tax changes will shape philanthropy and advancement
Building Community and the Future of Fundraising
Important insights into changes in tax laws and donor motivation
All About The Fund Raising School and Trends in the Charitable Sector
The Power of Mentoring: Fueling Growth in Fundraising Careers
The benefits of AFP membership in a changing charitable landscape
Great Fundraising Organizations — and How They Got That Way
Insights from visionary entrepreneur Maxine Clark – Part 2
Insights from visionary entrepreneur Maxine Clark
Are you telling your donors the right story in the right way?
Will Power: Easing into Conversations about Planned Giving
Do It Like Disney: Fundraising Insights from The Magic Kingdom
Board Meetings: Keeping Them Productive, Engaging and – Yes! – Fun
Mindful Living and its Impact on Leadership
Wisdom and insights from "The Complete Guide to Fundraising Management”
Keeping the lines of communication open
The role of community engagement in faith-based fundraising
Building a High-functioning Board
Uniting for Change
The 4 Rs (and a W) of Writing Successful Grant Proposals
Step Aside and Find Your Joy
Hurdles to leadership and how to overcome them
The importance of diversity, equity and inclusion for nonprofits
Keeping Board Members Active and Engaged
Insights from Musicians On Call on supporting and empowering volunteers
Building and empowering impactful nonprofit boards
Unlock your hidden genius to be a more effective leader
The ethical and responsible use of AI in fundraising
Stepping up as chair when your organization faces challenges
Fundraising is a project – insights on how to successfully manage it
Education and professional development for fundraisers
Exploring the CFO’s role in a nonprofit organization’s fundraising
A glimpse into the heart and mind of a philanthropic leader, volunteer and donor
Leadership succession planning for nonprofits
Institutional advancement: Outlining goals, managing expectations, measuring success
Reflections on 50 years in philanthropy
What Can Obi-Wan Kenobi Teach You About Major Gifts Fundraising?
Is your organization really ready for a capital campaign?
Addressing the special leadership and funding challenges of a boarding and day school
Those who give… receive: Living a ‘giveful’ life
How to Spot a Dysfunctional Organization
Technology for fundraising
Reflections on 40 years as an independent school headmaster
Connecting, not collecting: the critical importance of donor relationships
Latest Insights from The Fundraising Effectiveness Project
Insights from the legacy of fundraising great Doug Lawson
Insights from the Lake Institute on Faith & Giving on how to connect with faith-based donors
Participative leadership and how it can transform your nonprofit
Getting Your Board Comfortable – and Engaged – with Fundraising
Practical insights from the Giving USA 2023 Briefing
Five Essential Virtues for Life and Leadership
Fearless Leadership for Nonprofits
Education Leadership In The Pandemic Era
What’s Agitating Me Now — An Interview with Roger Craver
The Generosity Crisis and the Case for Radical Connection
Collaborating For Impact
Managing Your Nonprofit for Resilience
What You Need To Know About AFP
Fine-Tuning Public Relations For Nonprofit Fundraising
Getting your board on board with supporting your campaign
Cryptocurrency: Another way to meet donors where they are
Keeping Donors Engaged and Giving During a Crisis
Successful Strategies For Legacy Giving
Is It Time To Transform Your Fundraising?
Getting Out Of Your Comfort Zone As A Nonprofit Leader
The Magic of Major Gift Fairy Dust
How Nonprofits Can Erase The Poverty Mindset To Truly Thrive
Successful Leadership: Casting a bold vision – and following through
Making the Most of Giving Tuesday
How Nonprofits Can And Should Work Together For Greater Impact
Understanding Behavioral Science And Its Role In Fundraising
Countdown to Year-End
The Journey of African Americans and Philanthropy
Making the Ask: The artful science of high-value fundraising
Golden Nuggets: Simone Joyaux’s Wisest Words of Wisdom
A Practical Guide to Impactful Educational Leadership
Key Takeaways for Nonprofit Leaders from the Pandemic
Skillful relationship building that will keep your fundraising on par
Simple Lessons that Make Fundraising Easy
Harnessing the Power of Peer-to-Peer Fundraising for Your Organization
Responsive Fundraising and How You Can Treat All Donors Like Major Donors
Raising more money by guiding donors to budget for charitable giving
How Nonprofit Leaders Can Inspire and Empower Their Teams