QUICK SHOT: Donor Advised Funds – Tap into a $121 Billion Wellspring

Anyone who knows me at BDI will tell you: I can’t stop talking about Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) lately. And I’m not going to stop anytime soon – in fact, I’m…

Show me the Money!

In light of the continued expansion of digital marketing technology and increased adoption of online giving, many not-for-profit organizations are wondering if direct mail is perhaps outdated, dead or dying.…

Chasing Passions

✔ Go on a run✔ Iron work clothes✔ Make morning coffee✔ Water plants✔ Feed dog✔ Submit assignments✔ Grade papers✔ Start work Without a moment to waste, Brandon Mendoza sits down…

Healthy Leadership: The Ministry Within

I make lists. Developing, updating, and referencing my various lists have become an essential approach to order the attentions and intentions in my life. It’s a simple way to capture…

Breaking out of the box

Surely you’ve heard the phrase “think outside the box.” Often, this directive stems from frustration that there are just no new ideas being presented. This holiday season, I want to…

QUICK SHOT: 3 Pro-Tips to Being Authentic on Social Media

Authenticity sells. But authenticity online can be a tightrope as a nonprofit. You need to raise funds to support your programs, services and outreach. But at the same time, you…