Strategic partnerships between funders and nonprofits are no longer optional. Across North and South Carolina, nonprofits are tackling challenges that outpace any single organization’s resources, while funders are rethinking their role as more than check writers. At the heart of this shift is a growing emphasis on trust-based philanthropy: an approach that prioritizes mutual respect, […]
Read MoreLike baking a cake, it helps to have a guide in planning a major campaign. The instructions in the campaign recipe have been proven in the test kitchens of thousands of nonprofit organizations. Keep reading to see how this recipe can be used to fit your campaign needs.
Read MoreWhat if You Shut Down? By Clare Jordan Because Congress and the White House were unable to reach an agreement on appropriations legislation for the new federal fiscal year, Americans awoke to announcements of parts of the federal government shutting down on October 1st. The impact of this federal government closure is yet to […]
Read MoreThe nonprofit sector stands at a pivotal moment. As organizations across the Carolinas navigate economic uncertainty, shifting donor behaviors, and evolving community needs, one truth has become increasingly clear: strategic collaboration is no longer optional. It is essential for sustainable impact. The challenges facing our communities, whether in workforce development, health care, or social services, […]
Read MoreWe are joined by Elizabeth Benefield and Damon Circosta to explore the challenges and opportunities nonprofits encounter when building meaningful collaboration.
Read MoreOctober 2, 2025
Chetola Resort | Blowing Rock, NC
August 20, 2025
Webinar
September 5, 2025
Wilmington, NC
Topic: “Getting Your Board Ready for a Campaign”
Nonprofits across North Carolina are evolving — scaling their missions, expanding their reach, and tackling increasingly complex challenges. With that growth comes the need for high-performing, values-driven leadership. To meet that need, organizations are rethinking how they identify, engage, and recruit executive talent. Executive sourcing is not simply about advertising a position. It’s a strategic […]
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