From Bored Meetings to Board Meetings

From Bored Meetings to Board Meetings

Have you ever sat through a board meeting that felt like watching paint dry? I’ve been there and I’ll bet you have too. Many nonprofit boards struggle with engagement. Meetings can often turn into monotonous sessions where financial statements are read...
Randy Hawthorne Q&A

Randy Hawthorne Q&A

Filament Essential Services is thrilled to announce the appointment of Randy Hawthorne as our new Director of Nonprofit Innovation and Education. Randy brings with him a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to the nonprofit sector, promising to be a...
Generational Strategies for Nonprofit Success

Generational Strategies for Nonprofit Success

Imagine you’re in Las Vegas, caught up in the excitement of the lights, the sounds, and the thrill of the games. But luck isn’t on your side, and you end up losing $1,000. Now, you’re faced with an uncomfortable reality—you need to ask for help to cover...
Unpacking the Nonprofit Trends Report

Unpacking the Nonprofit Trends Report

Today I’m bringing you highlights and actionable insights from the 6th Annual Nonprofit Trends Report by Salesforce. As we look into the findings, keep your organization’s recent hurdles in mind. You’re likely to find similarities of your own...
Refocus on Nonprofit Relationship-Building

Refocus on Nonprofit Relationship-Building

Imagine if all of us hyper-focused on one simple, yet profound truth: at our core, we’re not just in the charity, education, or [insert your mission here] business. We’re in the relationship-building business. Our success, our impact, and our ability to...