Generosity is not a substitute for justice

Generosity is not a substitute for justice

If you are in the fundraising profession, you might find Anand Giridharadas’ book, Winners Take All: the Elite Charade of Changing the World, a bit challenging. I did. He argues that we’re failing to address critically important social issues because of a new class of...
Does Better Copy Really Matter?

Does Better Copy Really Matter?

I’ve been writing fundraising copy for 30 years. So, I think you can tell already how I am going to answer this question. Yes, I believe better copy gets better results. But it’s not just about good writing. It’s about the case for giving!  Before you begin writing...
Let’s Ask More of Philanthropy

Let’s Ask More of Philanthropy

Tomorrow, our greater Washington, DC community will come together to celebrate National Philanthropy Day. It’s a day set aside to honor the charitable work that EVERYONE does to make a difference and strengthen their communities. The Impact team will be joining our...