Tag Archives: blacks in philanthropy and fundraising

Philanthropy is alive and well in the African American community

Here’s a stereotype to bust: Philanthropy is about large gifts from the rich and the powerful who give to organizations and institutions that serve those in need. Here’s an expanded definition: philanthropy includes everyday African Americans who give freely of their treasure. So much of African American philanthropy is impactful, but unrecorded. We have a

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THE ROLE OF THE BUSINESS PLAN: An Interview with Dr. Jan Young

Strategic planning and business planning – what are the similarities and what are the differences? Learn how to strengthen your non-profit by engaging in business planning. An interview with Dr. Jan Young, Executive Director of the Assissi Foundation of Memphis.

Tips For Fundraising Success: Engaging Your President, Board and Others

Robert Poole is one our country’s top advancement professionals. Read how he engages the President and Board at Meharry Medical College and apply his suggestions to your institution or organization. Experience has shown us that engaging top leadership is a prerequisite for fundraising success. Poole achieves this on a consistent basis.

Ruby Bright honored as leader in women’s funding movement

Congratulations to Ruby Bright, an international leader who is changing the lives of women in Memphis, TN and around the world. Ruby recently received the Chainging the Face of Philanthropy Award from the Women’s Funding Network. Ruby is the Executive Director and CAO of the Women’s Foundation for a Greater Memphis and a founding member of the Black Women Donor’s Action Group.