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Thoughtful Book Suggestions for Summer 2025
A curated reading list for fundraisers who want to think more deeply about psychology, relationships, and the human dimensions of…
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Social Media by the Numbers from Pew Charitable Trust
A look at the latest social media usage statistics from Pew Research and what they mean for nonprofit communications strategy.
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Social Media Platforms Used The Most
Where are your donors spending their time online? The answer might surprise you—and should inform your digital strategy.
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AFPNYC Chapter Leadership Brief
Highlights from a presentation to AFP Greater New York leadership on trauma-informed fundraising practices and workplace wellbeing.
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Back To Some Direct Mail Basics
A refresher on the fundamentals of effective direct mail fundraising—because the basics never go out of style.
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More on ‘LOVE’ Language and the Fundraiser
Continuing the exploration of how the love languages framework applies to donor relationships and fundraiser wellbeing.
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What Makes Up Your CRM?
Your donor database is only as good as what you put into it. A framework for thinking about data as…
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On Being Authentic
Authenticity in fundraising isn’t about self-expression without boundaries—it’s about genuine congruence between who you are and how you show up.
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AFP Monday Take Over: On Being Black and Authentic
Reflections on navigating authenticity as a Black professional in predominantly white fundraising spaces.
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