For Our Mothers

On May 13, 2012, in Nonprofit Consulting Cafe, Philanthropy, Volunteers, by Emily Davis

Mother’s Day is always one of my favorite holidays. It’s always so close to or on the same day as my sister’s birthday. It’s a favorite day to spend with family and growing up it was always the day that I had my year end dance recital. Today I honor my mother, my sister as [...]

 

Starting Up Smart: Congo Leadership Initiative

Guest post from Efrem Bycer. It’s about the children. It’s about the cause. It’s about the future. That’s why we get involved with nonprofits as volunteers, board members and staff. It’s certainly why I agreed to become the founding Board Chairman of the Congo Leadership Initiative (CLI) over two years ago. As a graduate student [...]

 

The Happiness Advantage, Tedx Talk

On April 30, 2012, in Leadership, Nonprofit, Nonprofit Consulting Cafe, by Emily Davis

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Proud Sponsor & Speaker of 2012 Technology Summit

On April 28, 2012, in Consulting, Nonprofit, Nonprofit Consulting Cafe, Social Media, Training, by Emily Davis

I am thrilled and honored to be serving as a speaker as well as a sponsor for the 2012 Technology Summit presented by the Nonprofit Cultivation Center. Not only do I get to present on social media, but I am excited about attending some fantastic sessions! Sign up today to join me and many others [...]

 

Cheers to Four Years

Four years ago, I and Heather Carpenter met fortuitously at the AFP International Conference in San Diego.  I was new to the area, had just finished my Masters in Nonprofit Management, and left a great board role with Denver YNPN. Heather was looking to start a YNPN San Diego chapter as was I and a [...]

 

Invisible Children Guest Post: Neocolonialism, Christian Evangelism, and the Social Network

Ariella Futral and I have worked together in various capacities over the years, I’m proud to have her share her perspective here about Invisible Children. While we may disagree on certain areas of the issue (see my previous post), they conversation is an important one to have from all sides. Read her updated post from [...]

 

Invisible Children: Take a Second Look

I’m going to weigh in on the conversation about Invisible Children and their campaign against Kony along with the recent controversy. My opinion is likely not to be wildly popular since I have a different perspective to share on the whole situation than many of my friends and colleagues.  Read on and respond… dissension and [...]

 

Listen in on the Ted Hart Radio Show!

Join me on March 20th when I will be interviewed by Ted Hart about Fundraising and the Next Generation! I’m so excited to have the opportunity to share stories and information about the publication with the nonprofit and philanthropic communities. Ted Hart is widely recognized for his expertise and has written many publications on fundraising [...]

 

Nonprofit Startup Advice

Frequently, I have individuals reach out to me who are starting a nonprofit or are thinking about starting a nonprofit. Often, they want to “pick my brain” about how I have started and/or run my nonprofit organizations. They have so many questions… How can I raise money? Where will I find board members? The first [...]

 

Fundraising and the Next Gen E-Book

I’m excited to announce that Fundraising and the Next Generation is now out in electronic form for purchase!  You can purchase the publication through iTunes and Wiley. Hard copies of Fundraising and the Next Generation will be available at the Boulder Book Launch on March 22nd and online in March. You can pre-order your hard [...]