Is the bottom falling out of the philanthropy industry? We are learning more about how nonprofits fared with donors in 2023, and the results are causing some alarm bells. Read this blog to learn more about how economic factors like inflation are impacting fundraising efforts.
Read MoreWhen catching up with friends of colleagues, do you take time to celebrate their successes? In this blog, Randall discusses the importance of sharing in your friends’ happy moments and why they can be joyful for you as well.
Read MoreWhat would you do if your wedding was canceled at the last minute? With just two weeks until the wedding date one bride called things off. But what the bride and her family did next was astonishing. Read on to learn how this situation went from bad to good.
Read MoreIn this blog, Randall remembers the late Charlie Munger, vice chair of Berkshire Hathaway, who died recently. Read on for more.
Read MoreJust when you thought it was all bad news for giving….it turns out Americans continue to give in times of disaster. Read this blog for the latest statistics on giving and why the US still leads the way in philanthropy.
Read MoreLately in the news we’ve seen reports of large philanthropists pulling their support of institutions. Much has been made of this, especially in the court of public opinion. In this blog, Randall asks you to think critically, about who the money belongs to in the first place.
Read MoreWhat if you gave away all your money to charity? Could you still afford to live your life the way you’re accustomed to? Philanthropist Charles Feeney did just that. Read this blog to learn more about the legacy of Charles Feeney.
Read MoreAs my kids prepare to go back to school, I am reminded of something many of us take for granted - school supplies. Our list of required supplies gets more and more expensive each year. But what about families that cannot afford this expense? Read this blog to learn how our school relies on philanthropy to handle this challenge.
Read MoreLloyd Morrissette passed away recently. Morrissette helped create Sesame Street. But he also was the president of the John and Mary Markle Foundation. Why is Morrissette so important? Read this blog to learn about his impact on the world.
Read MoreFor smaller nonprofits and startup nonprofits, running the back-end office can be a challenge. These tasks - and even fundraising cold calls - can be outsourced. However, this can come at a great cost to the organization. Read this blog to learn how your organization can protect itself from bad apples.
Read MoreHow early can you being teaching kids about philanthropy? Read this blog for Randall’s take on when kids should begin learning about the important of giving their time and resources to causes important to them.
Read MorePublic schools are doing more fundraising than ever before. No longer are the kids selling candy bars…today’s fundraising efforts are larger in scale to supplement what taxes and states do not fund. Read on to learn more.
Read MoreWhy do donors give? We have examined this very question before, but it bears repeating. There are three main reasons donors give, and none are due to tax benefits. Read this blog to learn what motivates people to give to their favorite nonprofits.
Read MoreHospitals are experiencing financial challenges not seen for many years. Economic hardships following on the heels of the Covid-19 pandemic have caused many hospitals to declare bankruptcy. How is this impacting philanthropy? Read this blog to learn more.
Read MoreHow do you plan your end-of-year giving? The way many households give is changing. Read this blog to understand the latest trends in end-of-year giving and how this might impact your organization.
Read MoreEvery business has competitors. Competition is what makes us better. But, what happens when you have an adversarial relationship? What does that mean for your organization? Read this blog to understand how to deal with competitors and adversaries.
Read MoreWhat is the relationship between college athletics and philanthropy? In the two-week run-up of Saint Peters’ journey in the NCAA basketball tournament, the school raised $2.5M. Typically the school would raise $500,000 during this time. Schools report increased donations, memorabilia and clothing sales, and more when their athletic teams win. So, is there a connection between philanthropy and athletic success on the courts or fields? Read the blog for my thoughts.
Read MoreMcKenzie Scott is setting a great example for philanthropists across the globe. She continues to give massive amounts - and the best thing about it is that she does not restrict organizations on how to spend. This is just one example of a philanthropist who truly “gets” it.
Read MoreNow, more than ever, nonprofit organizations like universities and hospitals must be considering how philanthropy can help them achieve financial goals. In fact, in many cases, without the help of donors, some large organizations could fail. Read this blog to learn more.
Read MoreOver the weekend, the City of Omaha lost a true philanthropist, Walter Scott, Jr. Mr. Scott, who was 90, passed away, leaving behind an amazing legacy for our community. If you live outside Omaha, you’ve likely never heard of Walter Scott. While he was one of the greatest influences in our city, he also lived quietly. Read more here.
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