Thought Leadership Articles

We spoke with Edie Perkins, Executive Director of the Kelly Brush Foundation, about lessons learned switching from for-profit to non-profit, and her passion for the mission of KBF.

We spoke with Timothy Welbeck, Esq. on the Affirmative Action decision’s implication and nonprofits and higher education institutions should do now.

We spoke with Monica Roberts of City Year of Greater Boston on her commitment to educational equity, and leadership lessons she’s learned along the way.

Yamani Yansá Hernandez discusses what it means to invest in those most impacted by systematic oppression and what’s on the horizon for Groundswell Fund.

A few of our executive search leads provide their perspective on what it takes to lead an effective search.

Suzi Weber, CEO of Development Guild, discusses the company’s earliest days, what it means for a nonprofit to be “mission-driven,” future plans, and more.

Prabha Fernandes, board member for Global Antibiotic Research and Development Partnership, discusses her passion for nonprofit boards and shares advice for prospective board members.

Carol Fulp, CEO of Fulp Diversity LLC, discusses how diversity enables organizations to be more successful and where she sees hope for the future.

How are women philanthropists, like Mackenzie Scott, leading the way in a traditionally male dominated sphere? Discover insights from women donors and trends.

What does serving as chair of a search committee actually entail? Consider this job description for guidance.

The Writing Revolution’s co-CEOs, Dr. Toni-Ann Vroom and Dr. Dina Zoleo, discuss why there is a writing crisis and how the organization is addressing it, and how to be effective co-leaders.

What makes Millennials and Gen Z donors unique? And what can your organization do to attract them?

Embrace Boston’s Executive Director Imari Paris Jeffries discusses the meaning behind and desired impact of the new memorial dedicated to Dr. King and Mrs. King.

Are you prepared to recruit a new leader, if needed? Discover the 4 questions you should be able to answer before embarking on a CEO search.

United South End Settlements CEO Jerrell Cox discusses building a community of support to strengthen family mobility in Boston.

Is your organization age diverse and inclusive?

Are non-fundraisers joining your search committee for a new fundraising leader? Help them understand the unique norms of your profession.

Why are foundations less generous than DAFs? How can you find DAF donors? Is it possible to build relationships with DAF holders? Find answers to these questions and more.

Founder and CEO Lynn Margherio discusses how Cradles to Crayons came to be and how the organization has grown from a small warehouse in Quincy, MA to helping children nationwide.

Hear from leaders from a range of nonprofit sectors about the strategies they’ll be committing to in 2023.

Discover five steps your organization can take to help ensure non-binary and transgender individuals feel safe and included in the workplace.

3 reasons to avoid backdoor reference checks – plus tips for making the most out of traditional references.

We sat down with Climate Central CEO Dr. Ben Strauss to learn how the organization makes climate communications effective and ubiquitous.

Discover why more and more organizations are focusing on increasing their donor diversity and the strategy changes they’re making in support of this goal.