Philanthropy – We're Pivoting

Building a Culture of Philanthropy From the Inside Out

Why would a nonprofit launch its biggest fundraising campaign to staff before going public to potential donors? Because program staff are not just employees — they are the most important stakeholders. This may not seem like an obvious step in the nonprofit sector. After all, you need donors — lots of them — to fuelContinue reading “Building a Culture of Philanthropy From the Inside Out”

Hey, Breakthrough!

As I reflect on my first 30 days at Breakthrough Central Texas as Director of Philanthropy, without hyperbole, I can say that I have found my place. My “why” is so seamlessly integrated into the work that I do every single day. The all-staff meetings start with the call and response: “Hey, Breakthrough!” It’s aContinue reading “Hey, Breakthrough!”

Social Justice for Everyone. Really

I have long identified social justice as a core value. There was never a “moment” of decision or clarity, it’s always been there, an integral part of who I am. Living my values has meant engaging with my whole heart in a multitude of roles – as a donor, an advocate, a volunteer and throughContinue reading “Social Justice for Everyone. Really”