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Looking Forward in Philanthropy: A SWOT Provides Clues for What to Expect in 2022

Michael J. Tomlinson

Here’s what nonprofits can expect after 2 unprecedented years of changes in philanthropy  From Michael J. Tomlinson, CEO and President, BDI Read Time: 13 minutes  As one of America’s most…

3 Questions To Help Your Nonprofit Make the Right Hire

Shellie Speer-Burnett

Hiring can be stressful. But with the right questions, it doesn’t have to be. You’re a nonprofit. You probably have a very lean budget, and as a result, a small…

QUICK SHOT: A Recipe for Nonprofit Websites

Courtney Hamilton

Key ingredients for a fundraising-focused page On any given weekend, you can find me in my kitchen trying a new recipe. Whether it’s one of the New York Times’ many…

Episode 10. Adventures in AI: Part 2 – Incorporating AI In Your Nonprofit Operations

Katrina Williams

Navigate the ethics and impact of bringing AI into your workflow AI is showing no signs of slowing down! And at BDI, we’re committed to exploring this new frontier, responsibly,…

Breaking Down Silos in the Hybrid Workplace

Carol Li

5 actionable steps to elevate team collaboration In 2020, the workplace as we knew it experienced a major shift. Suddenly, “work from home” became the new norm for many industries.…

2024 SWOT Analysis: High-Level Look at Fundraising & Philanthropy

Michael J. Tomlinson

What challenges & opportunities nonprofit teams should expect It’s estimated that most New Year’s resolutions fail around mid-February to early March. Yet, as I’m sure you know, the first few…

Employee Spotlight: Meet BDI Graphic Designer Chelsea Campbell

An Insider’s Outlook… Creativity and Culture According to CareerBuilder, today’s millennials – those born between 1981 and 1996 – spend an average of only two years and nine months in…

Boost Awareness with Strong Branding

James Read

How Integrated Brand Experience Rekindled Evansville Rescue Mission’s Community Presence As a creative professional working in fundraising, I’ve built my career coming up with creative solutions for marketing challenges. But…

QUICK SHOT: 3 Strategies for Building a Recognition Culture at Your Nonprofit

Jane Henry

Easy and effective ways to give your team the affirmation they deserve It was 1985. Actress Sally Field heard her name called to receive her second Academy Award. Upon accepting…

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