To all dads, grandfathers, uncles, brothers, nephews and sons I extend a safe and happy Father’s Day.
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY 2021!!!
Third Party Fundraising: Borrowing the Energy of Others to Fuel Our Sustainability
As charities struggle to raise funds and stay afloat during the pandemic, the solution for many can be found externally rather than interally. Third-party fundraising activities delivered by other community groups who share their passion is a convenient way for these charities to produce both immediate income and relationships with potential long-term donors.
HAPPY EASTER 2021!!!
Five Reasons Why Volunteers Make Good Donors
HAPPY ST. PATRICK'S DAY 2021!!
Does Your Organization Need To Learn How To Write Winning Grant Proposals?
My Video Presentation For TechSoup Canada & NetSquared Toronto: "The Importance of a Fundraising CRM"
Grant Writing Tip #5: Saying “Thank You” When The Answer Is “No”
Grant Writing Tip #4: Three Volunteer Management Practices That Entice Grant-Makers
As valuable as volunteers are in the non-profit world, giving them roles for which they are not qualified nor interested can have disastrous results for charities and the people they serve. Moreover, grant-makers are often very cognisant of organizations who lack responsible volunteer management practices and this is frequently a reason why applications are denied. This entry explores three (3) effective practices that organizations can embrace to ensure that their volunteers remain their greatest resource.
HAPPY VALENTINES DAY!!!!!
Grant Writing Tip #3: Don’t Put All Your Eggs In One Basket When Choosing A Funding Source
Grant Writing Tip #2: Having A Gift Acceptance Policy Is Never A Bad Idea
Grant Writing Tip #1: Beware of “Values of Convenience”
Start This Year Of Promise Right By Thanking Some Of Your Supporters
HAPPY HOLIDAYS 2020!!!
Should Board Members Be Expected To Donate Financially To Their Charities?
Service Clubs: A Misunderstood & Under-Appreciated Community Partner
A New Watershed: Viewing Giving Tuesday As An Opportunity To Reset
REMEMBRANCE DAY 2020
Please do remember to pay homage to all the courageous women and men who selflessly served and, in some cases made the Ultimate Sacrifice so we may be blessed with the freedoms and privileges we now have. If you personally know someone who currently serves or did so previously in the armed forces, I encourage you to reach out and extend your heartfelt thanks to them for their brave service. During this extraordinary year, it is also very appropriate to express our gratitude to healthcare professionals, first responders and frontline workers who have all rose to the occasion to keep us safe and healthy throughout this worldwide Pandemic.
To all the exceptional women and men who have ever served during conflict and peace, thank you for all you have done for us in this country.
Mike
