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Well done

Hey Kansas City, You know, every time I think about what we're doing at Kansas City GIFT, I can't help but smile. And today, I've got a big reason to. Thanks to your unwavering support, @Vine Street Brewing Co. has just leveled up in a major way. Imagine this: our community, thriving, buzzing with the energy of success. That's the vision we're turning into reality, one grant at a time. But let's get real for a second. This moment? It's bigger than beer. It's about our hustle, resilience, and unbreakable Kansas City spirit. It's about taking the seeds of what if and nurturing them into the fruits of what is. With a new fermenter in their arsenal, Vine Street is pumping out orders and boosting their bottom line faster than ever. This isn't just a win; it's a transformation. Massive props to Vine Street Brewing Co. for brewing up excellence and crafting a legacy that'll inspire generations. And to my Kansas City GIFT family—this victory is as much yours as theirs. Your generosity is the backbone of dreams like this. It's the spark that lights up the future. But why stop here? Our mission—to close the racial wealth gap, to uplift and empower Black-owned businesses, to transform economically disadvantaged areas into beacons of opportunity—this mission is far from complete. It's about more than financial support; it's about building a movement. A movement where every success story, like Vine Street's, paves the way for countless more. This journey has so much more, and your role is vital. Your support, your belief, it's what makes all this possible. Ready to dive deeper? Visit us at www.kansascitygift.org and become a donor today. Here's to the wins we've shared, the stories we've told, and the countless glasses we've yet to raise. Because when we lift one another, we all rise. Let's keep brewing success, one dream, one grant, one community at a time. #KansasCityGIFT #vinestreetbrewing #BlackOwnedBusinesses #MissionDriven #TogetherWeRise #if15000peopledonated10amonth

I wrote a new blog post! Would love your thoughts, agree or disagree, on taking alumni engagement to the next level.

Great question! What are some of your thoughts on this blog written by my Washburn & McGoldrick, LLC colleague, Ryan Catherwood? We’d love to hear how you are moving your team from good to great.

Great blog post authored by our colleague, Ryan Catherwood. His insights will help move your #educational #advancement team from good to great #engagement practices. #consulting #constituentengagement #leadingpractices

After 40 years of experience in designing impactful convenings, we've learned that it requires far more than good planning. Our recent experience at Emerging Practitioners in Philanthropy (EPIP)'s 2024 Conference underscored this lesson with its unique approach, actively incorporating its location of New Orleans into discussions on shifting power dynamics in philanthropy. This thoughtful integration sparked engaging conversations and significantly deepened our insights. https://loom.ly/gFxGZp8

It's been an incredible month, working closely with business owners and nonprofits to tackle their toughest hurdles! 🚀 What obstacles are you currently facing? Imagine having a dedicated community and strong leadership to guide you through. We're committed to providing leaders and teams with the clarity they need to address their specific challenges, all within a supportive and collaborative environment. 😊 If you're deeply passionate about what you do and are ready to start seeing the transformative results your organization deserves, we're here to assist! Join us in taking the first step towards making the necessary changes for your business or organization to reach new heights. Together, we'll drive progress and success! 💼📈 #BusinessGrowth #LeadershipDevelopment #ProblemSolving

At the Roddenberry Foundation, our commitment to driving change persists, regardless of the existing norms and conventional expectations within philanthropy. Our CEO, Lior Ipp, articulates this perspective in his article, which incidentally ranks among the top 10 Most Popular SSIR Articles of 2023. Read the full piece here: https://bit.ly/3U2zf0D 

'Community' is one of B Corp's six accountability pillars for measuring impact (our recent recertification score for this pillar was 21.7). For us this means understanding our impact through sourcing, supply chain and partnerships, as well as the way we engage with, and support our customers, industry and social and environmental initiatives. This includes: ✔️ Donating through the 1 Percent Collective ✔️ Offering B-Corp social enterprises and nonprofits a discount on their services ✔️ Providing pro-bono services to organisations that are out there trying to do good Hit this link to read more about what matters to us and how we work.  https://brightly.nz/values

When recruiting and working with a volunteer board, whether a formal foundation board of trustees or an informal philanthropy council, roles and responsibilities are often glossed over or poorly understood. This can have dire consequences for the success of the organization. Individuals innately understand that they have different strengths and talents, but how these behavioral preferences translate in the board service arena is subtly different than in typical interpersonal interactions. Much is at stake when board relationships go awry, and much is to be gained by positive and productive volunteer leadership. It is worth spending your time—and theirs—to discern how each current member can best fulfill his or her own philanthropic objectives, contribute to a vibrant board experience and leave your organization better off for the effort. Learn more about board engagement and leadership from Accordant's Cindy Reynolds, CFRE: https://ow.ly/uT6t50PRReJ #healthcare #philanthropy #boardengagement #leadership