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Featured Nonprofit of the Month

Stuart Sullivan
Shriners Hospitals for Children

Most people who work as consultants start out in some career field and then, after acquiring years of experience, move into consulting others in that same career field. That’s what Stuart did. But then he did something most people don’t do. He left consulting and went back to working in planned giving.

VISIONARY VOICES

Stepping outside the comfort zone leads to breakthrough fundraising results and donor engagement.

A Small Goal and A Small Vision Won’t Cut It In This Environment

This is not the time for small goals or playing it safe. Nonprofits are facing unprecedented challenges — and only those willing to expand, reinvent, and invest will thrive. This candid, no-nonsense post delivers five essential do’s and don’ts to help your organization rise above survival mode and embrace a bold, future-focused vision. From board priorities to fundraising strategy, it’s a practical roadmap for leaders ready to act with courage, clarity, and conviction in a world that demands more.

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Man planting trees at sunset with quote about legacy and future generations.

Everyone Wants the Fruit, But No One Wants to Plant the Tree

Planned giving remains one of the most powerful yet underutilized tools in nonprofit fundraising. This article explores why organizations overlook it, the cultural and systemic reasons behind short-term thinking, and what it takes to cultivate long-term donor relationships. Through practical insights, emotional truths, and a self-assessment checklist, it challenges nonprofits to plant the seeds of legacy today—because the fruit, and the future, depend on it. Elegant, honest, and quietly urgent, this is fundraising philosophy in action.

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Smiling financial advisor discussing philanthropic planning with a client in a bright, modern office setting.

Advisors, Philanthropy, and Donor Perceptions: Why Advisors Must Embrace the Shift

As donor expectations evolve, today’s philanthropists are seeking more from their financial advisors—beyond tax advice. They want strategic, values-aligned giving plans that include family, legacy, and impact. With over $84 trillion expected to transfer across generations by 2045, advisors who understand charitable tools like planned giving and donor-advised funds are well-positioned for growth. Learn how integrating philanthropy into your financial planning services isn’t just good ethics—it’s smart business.

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