Note: This guest post is from board governance and fundraising consultant Christal M. Cherry of The Board Pro. Thanks, Christal! Let me say this plainly: Some of y’all don’t have a board problem, you have a belonging problem. We spend so much time trying to get the “right people” in the room. Smart people. Connected people. Diverse … [Read more...]
Funding social change from your own community
Note: This guest post is adapted and condensed from Fundraising for Social Change, 8th Edition, by Kim Klein and Stan Yogi. It explores how the LGBTQ+ rights movement generated funding and people power in San Francisco. Order your copy through your local bookstore. Thanks, Stan and Kim! In the 1970s, lesbians and gay men from … [Read more...]
Holding myself accountable
One year ago, in response to the murder of George Floyd, I wrote Racism, Privilege, Training, Facilitation – and Sharing the Wealth. To become a more active, authentic ally, I made this commitment: “As I slowly wind down my business over the next few years, I will continue passing along gigs and recommending consultants. One … [Read more...]