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Wounded Charity: Lessons from the Wounded Warrior Project Crisis

Having worked in the social impact sector for more than three decades, I’m used to being skeptical when a media story breaks about charity waste, fraud, and abuse. So, I was interested to dive into this book that investigated the fairness and accuracy of scathing...
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AI in Nonprofits: Balancing Innovation with Ethics 

The use of AI is top of mind for most organizations these days, especially how to make our work more efficient, while being conscientious of legal and ethical concerns. On May 21st, the DMAW hosted a Critical Conversation webinar, “The Next Evolution in Fundraising:...
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Yes, Organizations Do Have Personalities

Earlier this year, I was reminded that no matter how long I’ve been writing fundraising copy (and it’s been a LOT of years!), there is always more to learn.  At this year’s Creative Day, Frank O’Brien delivered some “ah-ha” moments. Have you ever wondered why...
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#WednesdayWisdom

#WednesdayWisdom

Jan 12, 2022 |

"Don't sit down and wait for the opportunities to come. Get up and make them." -Madam C. J. Walker

#WednesdayWisdom

#WednesdayWisdom

Dec 22, 2021 |

“No black woman writer in this culture can write "too much". Indeed, no woman writer can write "too much"...No woman...

Fool Me Once. . .

Fool Me Once. . .

Mar 28, 2019

It’s tax time and they’re at it again. Direct marketers who send mailings that look just like the important tax...

Communications is NOT Overhead

Communications is NOT Overhead

Dec 20, 2018

If you work for a social impact organization, chances are your work involves moving people to action, enacting public...

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