Nonprofit Training Resources And Blog Posts
 

Last week, we received a call from an individual representing a new non-profit organization looking for fundraising support. Excited...

Last week, one of our Team Kat & Mouse client partners called to share that he had secured a first meeting with a potential partner and funder. I joined in his celebration and complimented him on his persistence in achieving his goal of meeting with this individual from a large corporation. Back in my sales days, I had a boss whose favorite question was,  “Did you get the order?”   While this question made perfect sense in a transactional business, it was both offensive and d

This quote, often used in the context of parenting, is something I can truly relate to as a mother of three.  My granddaughter, not having a good day. While I wouldn’t say I’m overly invested in their emotional lives, it’s impossible to be cheerful when one of them is struggling. As a parent, it’s natural to feel that deep connection to your child’s experiences, and their pain often becomes your own. When a child shares their suffering, there are three possible ways to respo

Over the last few weeks, the nonprofit sector has been abuzz about a pause in federal grants and the ripple effects funding disruptions...

No one likes being “ghosted.” No one enjoys leaving 150,000 messages only to get no response. Yet, this often happens when leaving...

I spent this morning with a family friend who recently celebrated her 93rd birthday. Her continued good health is a blessing to everyone who knows her. Although her mobility is impacted—she uses a walker—she remains spry and undeterred by her age. She applies her makeup each morning, enjoys playing BINGO, and loves having lunch with her friends. Last year, after much consideration, her family made the difficult decision to move her into an assisted living facility. Despite he

Any of us who worked in the nonprofit sector during the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic learned a quick, career-altering lesson in...

My social media feeds have included a lot of pictures of former President Jimmy Carter this week. Interestingly, many of these pictures also featured my former Habitat for Humanity colleagues. I am deeply invested in creating sustainable non-profits that engage their partners in shared successes. President Carter’s longstanding commitment to HFH and his public engagement with their work will be part of his legacy. Witnessing the ongoing legacy of such an influential figure r

The fundraisers were nestled all snug in their chairs, While visions of large donations danced in their heads. Our CEO in her logo...

Last week, Amy gave us a fantastic checklist  for donor outreach. As a lover of checklists, to-do lists, and all things organization...

I always have a list, it’s how I organize both my brain and my days. I work from many lists, often juggling them all at once. And as much...

The holiday season is upon us! The turkey is in the freezer, and we’re all preparing for a boost in fundraising. But beware, festive...

In my 20+ years in the nonprofit world, I have encountered countless individuals for whom philanthropy is a core value. Almost...

This weekend, I’ll close the book on an exciting, odd, and sometimes stressful journey: my second year coaching my 6-year-old’s soccer...

I have shared thoughts on how to leave a job many times.  Don’t burn bridges, leave everything your organization might need to continue...

We hosted 32 people at our house for dinner this weekend. And I’m exhausted. But not because I worked too hard; I think it’s from the...

Watch Sharon & Amy with Bloomerang host Kate talk about How Giving Tuesday Can Be Good in Many Different Ways In this webinar, we will explore how Giving Tuesday can kickstart your end-of-year giving and potentially unlock new revenue streams from local and regional businesses. Learning objectives: Understand the potential of Giving Tuesday: Participants will learn how Giving Tuesday can serve as a catalyst for end-of-year giving initiatives. Identify new revenue opportuniti

After spending so much time working in fundraising, I’ve learned to tie the job to the seasons. Christmas lights going up in the...

I am short.  And when it comes to clothing, I often find myself visiting a  tailor to hem my pants, shorten a dress, or even take up...

Scrolling through my TikTok "For You" page reveals an endless stream of videos featuring newborns and toddlers. I see everything from...