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 | 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...
by Stacey Wedding | Jan 1, 2024 | non-profits, philanthropy, Productivity, Speaking
Happy 2024, Changemakers! With the new year in full gear, I wanted to take a moment to share one of my favorite traditions: finding a quote that resonates with me and that can also serve as a guide to those I care about. In that spirit and in the words of...
by Stacey Wedding | Dec 4, 2023 | Non-profit Boards, non-profits, philanthropy
Life can be messy and nonprofit life is no exception. As 2023 nears the rearview mirror, now is as good a time as any to take a moment, reflect, and talk to yourself like you would talk to your best friend. To bask in the glory of your awesomeness and raise a glass to...
by Stacey Wedding | Oct 31, 2023 | non-profits, philanthropy
As Halloween fades into the rearview mirror, and the costumes and spooky decorations are packed away for another year, it’s a curious twist of fate that we find ourselves in the world of nonprofit board governance still grappling with some fears. These...
