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HOW THIS YMCA SHOWED LEADERSHIP IN THE MIDST OF A CRISIS

Posted by DBD Team

 

One of our core axioms at DBD Group is "Leadership is Everything.” The success of an organization can be directly tied to the strength of its leadership.

We recognize that leaders can be found throughout the organization and in non-profits big and small. More than a title on a business card, leadership is the ability to guide and influence others toward a bigger vision. We are pleased to highlight and recognize examples of leadership all month.

 


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Topics: Success Stories, Donor Stewardship, Volunteer Appreciation, Donor Love, Donor Recognition, Nonprofit Leadership, Volunteers, Communication, Donor, CelebratingOurClients

NOT YET

Posted by DBD Team

 

We’re proud of the work we do to help nonprofits thrive. But we’re REALLY proud of the work our clients do to improve life for others.

Every day we are inspired by their vision, leadership and commitment to making the world a better place.

Here’s one of those stories.

 


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Topics: Success Stories, Capital Campaign, Feasibility Study, Board Development, Volunteer Appreciation, Nonprofit Leadership, Volunteers, CelebratingOurClients

SETTING THE COURSE TOGETHER

Posted by Kellie Wardman

 

We’re proud of the work we do to help nonprofits thrive. But we’re REALLY proud of the work our clients do to improve life for others.

Every day we are inspired by their vision, leadership and commitment to making the world a better place.

Here’s one of those stories.

 


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Topics: Success Stories, Board Development, Volunteer Appreciation, Nonprofit Leadership, Volunteers, CelebratingOurClients, strategic planning, board governance

HOW TO SAVE A CAMP

Posted by DBD Team

 

“It’s possible to save a camp. We need to share that story.” -Gretl Dupré Galgon

 

Pictured left to right: Tack Hammer, Camp Soles board member and alum; Andy Dillon, Camp Soles Director; Gretl Dupré Gagon, Camp Soles board member and alum; Sue Fletcher, Camp Soles board member and alum; and Michele Goodrich, DBD Group Senior Consultant.


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Topics: Success Stories, Board Development, Volunteer Appreciation, Nonprofit Leadership, Volunteers, Camp, CelebratingOurClients, AlumniRelations

TAKE THE MEETING

Posted by Jon Simons

 

We’re proud of the work we do to help nonprofits thrive. But we’re REALLY proud of the work our clients do to improve life for others.

Every day we are inspired by their vision, leadership and commitment to making the world a better place.

Here’s one of those stories.

 


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Topics: Success Stories, Board Development, Volunteer Appreciation, Nonprofit Leadership, Volunteers, CelebratingOurClients

DBD PODCAST: ACTIVATING VOLUNTEERS

Posted by DBD Team

 

A strong board starts with a thoughtful recruiting process. In this 23-minute podcast, Jon Simons and Mary Ramirez from DBD Group discuss three principles to help your board members succeed... thereby helping your organization to succeed.



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Topics: Board Development, Podcast, Volunteers, Nonprofit

USE YOUR DATA TO TAKE ACTION

Posted by Nathan Sprenger

 

Plans are important, but they’ll never work unless you take action.

This month, the DBD team will be sharing ways for you to jump start your work in 2022.

 


 


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Topics: Goal Setting, Goals, Vision, Planning, Execution, Data Management, Nonprofit, Take Action

ACTIVATE YOUR BOARD

Posted by Kellie Wardman

 

Plans are important, but they’ll never work unless you take action.

This month, the DBD team will be sharing ways for you to jump start your work in 2022.

 


 


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Topics: Board Development, Volunteer Appreciation, Nonprofit Leadership, Volunteers, Board Leadership, Nonprofit, Collaboration, board governance

LEAN FORWARD

Posted by Bruce Berglund

 

Plans are important, but they’ll never work unless you take action.

This month, the DBD team will be sharing ways for you to jump start your work in 2022.

 


 

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Topics: Donation, Goal Setting, Goals, Nonprofit Leadership, Volunteers, Case Statement, Planning, Fundraising Campaign, Communication, Donor, Nonprofit

THANK LESS

Posted by Jon Simons

This month, we're thinking about thanks... especially for those who support nonprofits in their important work. It's time to think outside the box about stewardship. 

 



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Topics: Stewardship, Donation, Gratitude, Donor Love, Relationship Building, Communication, Appreciation, Nonprofit, thanks

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