The Campaign Myth: Capital Campaigns Aren’t Really About Buildings
There’s a common myth in our sector that capital campaigns are primarily about construction — about square footage, floor plans, finishes and timelines. On the surface, many of these conversations are about buildings. But if you listen care
This Sunday, we Americans will celebrate Mother’s Day. We might bring the mothers in our lives flowers, or take them to brunch or dinner to let them know how much we appreciate them. May I suggest another idea?
I've already shared one of my deepest fundraising secrets: I don't typically like special events. Often, event costs -- both actual expenses and time invested -- far outweigh the financial return.
At Armstrong McGuire, we're known for sharing coffee to help people think through nonprofit issues, but I have one request: please don't call me to have a conversation about "diversity." Instead, let's talk about cultural competence.
Does Your Organization Look Like a Bear Cub Instead of a Poodle?
March 13, 2014
Our family has a chocolate toy poodle—Hershey. I took him to be groomed this morning for the first time since October. Yes, I am probably a bad parent—or at least a busy one.