by Stacey Wedding | Jun 1, 2024 | non-profits, philanthropy, Productivity
When you were a kid, did you ever have that friend who kept their nose in a book? Perhaps they spent weekends at the library or they chose reading over recess. You remember that person. Well, I must confess. I WAS that person—a true bookworm. There was nothing better...
by Stacey Wedding | May 6, 2024 | non-profits, philanthropy, Uncategorized
I’m guessing you’ve probably organized, witnessed, or participated in a silent auction in your lifetime. Over the years I’ve been to several charitable events that include a silent auction as part of their fundraising strategy, and I’ve always struggled with the mix...
by Stacey Wedding | Apr 1, 2024 | Non-profit Boards, philanthropy, Uncategorized
Have you ever thought about how nonprofits are kind of like people? They go through different stages of life, just like we do. From birth to childhood, adolescence, maturity, and eventually renewal (or, unfortunately, stagnation). Sounds familiar, right? When a...
by Stacey Wedding | Mar 1, 2024 | Non-profit Boards, non-profits, philanthropy, Productivity, Uncategorized
Let’s get real for a minute. Stepping into the shoes of a nonprofit board member can feel like embarking on a complex journey, where the path isn’t always clear and at times, it can be downright overwhelming. Many newcomers to the role underestimate the breadth...
by Stacey Wedding | Feb 2, 2024 | Non-profit Boards, non-profits, philanthropy, Speaking
“If you don’t ask, you don’t get.” Sound familiar? Probably. This idea has been around for years, especially if you play a fundraising role at your nonprofit. But is this approach working? In a recent blog post, Seth Godin challenges the...
