Having worked with hundreds of board members in all kinds of organizations we really understand the challenges that board members face in their fundraising efforts. So we sought the guidance of Maricar Boyle, MPA and Assistant Director of Corporate and Private Foundation Relations at Children’s Hospital and Research Center Foundation. Boyle is a fundraising professional
The San Francisco Bay Area lost an icon and hero last month when we lost Dr. George Davis. Dr. Davis was a true visionary, a community leader, renowned gerontologist, minister, soul food connoisseur, sports fanatic, and devoted husband. First there are his many worldly accomplishments: He led San Francisco’s Bayview-Hunters Point Multipurpose Senior Center for
The San Francisco Bay Area lost an icon and hero last month when we lost Dr. George Davis. Dr. Davis was a true visionary, a community leader, renowned gerontologist, minister, soul food connoisseur, sports fanatic, and devoted husband. First there are his many worldly accomplishments: He led San Francisco’s Bayview-Hunters Point Multipurpose Senior Center for
So often we are asked “how do I find people who want to support our organization?” There are many answers to the question. One way is to engage in donor research. To cut through the mystery around “donor research” we talked with Kevin Burns recently and asked him some questions on your behalf. Kevin is
Writing grants is a major source of revenue for many non-profits. However, writing the proposal is only one part of the process. We asked Patrick Heryford, the director of corporate and foundation relations for the YMCA of San Francisco to share his experience. Saad & Shaw: You mentioned that there is so much more to
“All that I am and ever hope to be I owe to my family and to Howard University, an HBCU” – James H. Mayo II We recently talked with James Mayo, Western Regional Vice President for the United Negro College Fund about the role of historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs). Here is some of
Do you remember your New Year’s Resolutions? Do you recall the one about being a better board member? We want to encourage you to stick with your resolution. We want to encourage you to strengthen your commitment to the organizations and institutionsyou believe in. It is so easy to fall into the trap of criticizing
Now is the time to give to support the people of Haiti. Learn the questions you should ask yourself before you give. Make sure your gift will make an impact.
Hillary Clinton knows a lot about a lot of things. And fundraising is definately one of the things she knows inside and out. Find out how she helped raised $54 million in nine months without solicting gifts. And learn the six take-away lessons you can apply to fundraising at your organization or institution.
Earlier this month we were in Houston, TX to conduct a workshop at the quarterly board meeting of the National Association of Black Accountants, Inc. We were impressed by the high level of commitment and leadership we witnessed. With local, regional and students chapters across the country NABA is an example of a well run
