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Monday, September 21st, 2009
Visionary Social Architect Bill Strickland in Halifax September 18
Tuesday, September 15th, 2009
Social Architect, Community Leader and Visionary
Visionary CEO, “social architect” and community leader Dr. Bill Strickland is making a public presentation Friday, September 18th at 2PM at Saint Mary’s University’s Sobey School of Business. Its the talk of the town.
Why should you attend?
Well, Bill’s story is a remarkable one. He has demonstrated how one man can truly make a difference in the lives of others, and he’s used some pretty unothodox ways of achieving that goal. The website TED does a better job than I can, of summarizing why you should listen to what he has to say.
Bill’s vision and the Manchester Bidwell initiative hold great promise for at-risk youth and disadvanted adults in Halifax. Get a preview glimpse with this quick video. If you are interested in attending his presentation, click here for information from the Sobey School of Business.
YSB Employment Opportunity
Tuesday, September 8th, 2009I wanted to pass along a new job posting for a great organization in Ottawa.
Youth Services Bureau of Ottawa is looking for a senior, well qualified fundraiser in the Ottawa/Gatineau area to lead the establishment of a new charitable foundation, as its inaugural Foundation Executive Director. I have known the leadership of the organization for quite some time, and this is a tremendous opportunity with a really exemplary organization. Pass it along if you know of anyone qualified who might be interested in applying. The salary and benefits package is highly competitive. The deadline is September 16.
Here’s the portal to the position posting.
Summer of Social Good
Sunday, September 6th, 2009The Summer of Social Good is an online charitable campaign to raise funds online through the power of Social Media and the Internet. Click here for more info.
An Open forum for Your Organization’s News
Sunday, September 6th, 2009Post your organization’s non profit news releases, fundraising announcements and event particulars here! Simply include the particulars in your reply post (below). Note: postings are moderated
Courtesy and caring among the hallmarks of leadership
Friday, September 4th, 2009“Without exception, the leaders I know are immensely thankful for their good fortune – their opportunities, families and health. And so they give back. They volunteer on charitable boards, contribute to community causes and serve as mentors and advisers. As their outreach widens, so, correspondingly, does their influence.”
In today’s Globe & Mail, noted speaker and communications skills coach Jim Gray contributed this definitive reflection on the interpersonal skills of true leaders. Click here for the article.
Can Presidents Make Room for a “Sign of the Times?”
Wednesday, September 2nd, 2009I monitor and occasionally participate in forum discussions by professional fundraisers. Questions and ideas flow fast and furious as they seek solutions to everyday issues. Today it finally dawned on me how many professional fundraisers are seeking advice on how to “cultivate” and re-engage their donor stakeholders…particularly first time donors.
A savvy fellow in the US commented on the fact that at his institution, every first time donor gets a personal (yes, personal) letter from the President of his university, along with a “welcome” package that talks about the impact of giving and the major initiatives being led at the university.
How personal! And no, there is no monetary prequalifier that implies some donors get a personal letter from the President, and some don’t. They all do!
His observation led to a volley of e-commentary from many professionals who endeavor to do the same thing at their organizations, but can’t get their presidents’ attention and time to actually SIGN the letters.
Say what?
Is it just me, or is this a no-brainer? How better to connect the institution you lead (and you as a leader) to the people whose donations help you lead? Calling all presidents (executive directors, whatever you are called as the Captain of Your Ship)…sign the letters!