by: Melpo Murdakes Educational philanthropy is adapting rapidly to shifts in the demographic, cultural, and social landscape to prepare for the next phase growth. No longer are the traditional…
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More than Money – The Value of the Pre-Campaign Study
by: Steve Michalek When campaign conversations begin to rise within an institution, whether in conversations with board or administrative leadership, the moment has arrived to harness that energy and…
The Giving Institute – Poised for Growth
by: George C. Ruotolo, Jr., CFRE The Windy City welcomed the Giving Institute’s Fall Meeting once again this week. Surrounded by old friends and new faces, we strengthened our…
Technology and Philanthropy
by: Becky Scairpon As a millennial, I am part of the first generation to grow up with the vast array of digital technology available to us. We are known…
Capturing the Capacity to Lead – An essential key to integrated fundraising
In forty years of providing counsel to nonprofit institutions throughout the country as CEO of Ruotolo Associates, I’ve studied the qualities of leadership and am convinced we all have…
Why should they care?
While reviewing an annual fund solicitation, a seasoned development professional posed this weighted question. Diane and I recently joined the board of an organization with which we’ve each had a…