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The Faces of Philanthropy: Are They Changing?

iMarketSmart

The list below was an attempt by Forbes Magazine to capture the “faces of philanthropy” way back in 1994. Those who raise money for elite schools or iconic cultural institutions find success in working with “dynasts” and conclude that emphasizing obligation is a winning strategy. Are these still the faces of philanthropy?

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The Seven Principles of Advancement Leadership

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Advancement leaders don’t run an office, they build a culture. I felt the second item that warranted further explanation is #7, building a culture, not just running an office. Advancement Leaders Don’t Run an Office, They Build a Culture. Here are 10 ways advancement leaders build a culture. I hope it helps you!

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Recap: Nonprofits & AI – A Conversation with Devi Thomas

Beth Kanter

I was thrilled to have a conversation with Devi Thomas from Microsoft Philanthropies. No matter the organization’s size, it’s critical to have leadership at the executive director level deeply invested. I was thrilled to have a conversation with Devi Thomas from Microsoft Philanthropies.

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The Three Characteristics That Distinguish the Best Advancement Practitioners

iMarketSmart

Psychological insight. Find these in your colleagues and you will build a stronger culture of philanthropy. The Seven Principles of Advancement Leadership. Compassion for where donors are coming from. Courage in asking. Commitment to the cause you represent. Emotional intelligence. Powers of persuasion.

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Philanthropic Partnership Building Begins With Setting the Right Tone

iMarketSmart

Langley Innovations provides a range of services to its clients to help them understand the cultural underpinnings of philanthropy and the psychology of donors and, with that knowledge, to develop the most effective strategies and tactics to build broader and more lasting communities of support.

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The Zoology of Fundraising: More Chameleons, Fewer Peacocks

iMarketSmart

Langley Innovations provides a range of services to its clients to help them understand the cultural underpinnings of philanthropy and the psychology of donors and, with that knowledge, to develop the most effective strategies and tactics to build broader and more lasting communities of support.

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What So Many Fundraising Appeals Miss: People Want to Help People

iMarketSmart

We forget the roots of philanthropy can be traced back to small communities where interdependence was essential, whether it was to raise barns, harvest crops, erect churches or build better lives for themselves and their children. More and more people are looking for that kind of philanthropy, for meaning and community.