Introduction: When we talk about fundraising, the spotlight often shines on two extremes: major donors who make transformational gifts and broad-based campaigns that bring in thousands of small contributions. But there’s a powerful group in the middle—mid-range donors—who often go unnoticed. These donors may not write six-figure
Introduction: When I came across this article in Nonprofit Pro it struck a chord. Leadership in the nonprofit sector isn’t just about managing—it’s about inspiring. The piece highlights four essential skills for new managers, and I couldn’t agree more. Building on those ideas, I want to
In every nonprofit I’ve worked with—from grassroots teams to national networks, higher ed institutions to tribal governments—one truth has remained constant: good data empowers good decisions. But too often, data lives in silos. Finance has one version of the truth, fundraising another, and program teams yet another.
In the nonprofit world, every dollar matters. Every hour counts. Every decision—especially those involving technology—can either accelerate your mission or slow it down. That’s why choosing the right software partner isn’t just about features or price. It’s about empathy—specifically, deep sector empathy. What Is
A recent article in the Chronicle of Philanthropy highlights a growing trend: nonprofit mergers are no longer rare, and in many cases, they’re becoming a lifeline. Organizations like Boys & Girls Clubs of America have seen over 140 chapter mergers in the past eight years. In Philadelphia alone, foundations
Today, the 2025 Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences was awarded to Joel Mokyr, Philippe Aghion, and Peter Howitt for their groundbreaking work on innovation-driven economic growth and the theory of creative destruction—the process by which new technologies replace old ones, fueling progress and prosperity[1]. Their research isn’t
If you manage grants at a nonprofit, you know how critical it is to track every dollar, meet every reporting deadline, and stay compliant with funder requirements. But what you may not realize is that the ERP system your finance team is evaluating could make—or break—your ability to
Do You Really Need an ERP? A Guide for Nonprofit CFOs If you're a nonprofit CFO, chances are you've asked yourself this question at least once: Do we really need an ERP system? With limited budgets and competing priorities, investing in new technology can feel risky.
What Is ERP—and Why Should Nonprofit Finance Leaders Care? If you’ve ever juggled spreadsheets, struggled with grant reporting, or wished your systems could “talk” to each other, you’re not alone. Many nonprofit finance teams operate with limited tools, disconnected data, and manual processes that slow down their
From nonprofit leader to ERP advocate, I help mission-driven organizations modernize operations with tech that amplifies impact. This post shares my journey and how Unit4 empowers nonprofits to thrive.
After more than twenty years working in and alongside nonprofits—from frontline fundraising to executive leadership—I’ve seen the power of technology to transform how organizations deliver on their missions. But I’ve also seen how overwhelming it can be to choose the right tools, build the right strategy,