Lighthouse Counsel partners with respected nonprofits to develop and implement strategies that increase mission awareness, organizational effectiveness and philanthropic support.| Lighthouse Counsel
Lighthouse Counsel is a nonprofit consultant to respected organizations. We develop and implement strategies that increase mission awareness, organizational effectiveness, and philanthropic support.| Lighthouse Counsel
Strategic planning is a lot of work. If it is to be effective, it needs to involve a whole organization. That means hours of meeting time, reaching out to people who may not want to be involved, resolving conflicting visions, setting goals, translating ideas into action statements, tracking progress and more. Strategic planning is also […] The post Why Do Strategic Planning? appeared first on Lighthouse Counsel.| Lighthouse Counsel
Philanthropy has long united Americans across divides. Dr. Lilya Wagner calls on nonprofit leaders and boards to champion generosity as a shared civic value—especially as government funding tightens. The post Generosity as Common Ground: Why Leaders Must Strengthen America’s Tradition of Giving appeared first on Lighthouse Counsel.| Lighthouse Counsel
Lighthouse Counsel · Important insights into changes in tax laws and donor motivation In this episode of The Beacon Podcast, Bill Stanczykiewicz, senior assistant dean for external relations at Indiana University’s Lily Family School of Philanthropy, talks with Lighthouse Counsel Senior Advisor Dr. Lilya Wagner about changes in tax laws and in donor motivation. About […] The post Important insights into changes in tax laws and donor motivation appeared first on Lighthouse Counsel.| Lighthouse Counsel
After decades in broadcasting, I’ve learned one truth: The camera never lies — and with a little effort, it can even your friend! With Teams, Zoom and other video tools, more of our conversations happen on screen than in person these days — and how we show up matters as much as what we say. […]| Lighthouse Counsel
In this episode of The Beacon Podcast, Bill Stanczykiewicz, senior assistant dean for external relations at Indiana University’s Lily Family School of Philanthropy, talks with Lighthouse Counsel Senior Advisor Dr. Lilya Wagner about the Fund Raising School and its role in the charitable sector and the resources it offers to those in fundraising and nonprofit […] The post All About The Fund Raising School and Trends in the Charitable Sector appeared first on Lighthouse Counsel.| Lighthouse Counsel
Being a mentor is valuable for both the mentor and the mentee. Both parties will be enriched by the experience. Benefits for the mentor include: Quality mentoring isn’t just about teaching someone else – it is about growing together, giving back and creating impact. To develop a quality mentor-mentee relationship, the mentor should: Ultimately, a […] The post Why and How to be a Mentor appeared first on Lighthouse Counsel.| Lighthouse Counsel
In this episode of The Beacon Podcast, Birgit Burton, founder and CEO of the African American Development Officers Network, discusses the power of mentoring and its critical role in helping fundraisers reach their highest potential both for their own success and that of the organizations they serve. In her discussion with Lighthouse Counsel Senior Consultant […] The post The Power of Mentoring: Fueling Growth in Fundraising Careers appeared first on Lighthouse Counsel.| Lighthouse Counsel
In this episode of The Beacon Podcast, Lighthouse Counsel Senior Advisor Lilya Wagner welcomes Art Taylor, president and CEO of AFP Global. In their discussion, Art talks about AFP and why members of the charitable sector should join, changes in the charitable giving landscape, how AFP has evolved to address those changes and what he […]| Lighthouse Counsel
A mentor is someone who can help shape your career by offering guidance, encouragement and the right nudge at the right time and help you avoid costly mistakes while unlocking your potential, so selecting the right person can be a key step in your professional growth. To select a mentor who can truly help […]| Lighthouse Counsel
In this episode of The Beacon Podcast, Lighthouse Counsel Content Coordinator Margaret Gardner talks with Alan Clayton about organizations that “get it” and excel at raising the money needed to make their mission a reality. In their conversation, the author of the book “Great Fundraising Organizations: Why and How The World’s Best Charities Excel at […] The post Great Fundraising Organizations — and How They Got That Way appeared first on Lighthouse Counsel.| Lighthouse Counsel
Ghosting – suddenly ending communication without explanation – has become an all-too-common phenomenon, not just in personal relationships but also in professional settings. While it might seem like an easy way to avoid uncomfortable conversations, ghosting is never a good leadership practice. The impact of ghosting in professional relationships When someone is ghosted in a […]| Lighthouse Counsel
“In a strategic plan, the goals need to be S.M.A.R.T. Smart goals are goals that are specific and measurable, goals that are attainable and that are responsive and relevant and goals that are timely.” Howard Cohen In this episode of The Beacon Podcast, Lighthouse Counsel Senior Consultant Karen Baldwin speaks with Howard Cohen, a senior […]| Lighthouse Counsel
In part 2 of our interview with entrepreneur and philanthropist Maxine Clark, special guest host Parker Middleton speaks with the founder of Build-A-Bear Workshop about: Click here to listen to part 1 of the interview, where Maxine shares about how her mother influenced her lifelong passion for entrepreneurship and problem solving; her community impact organization […]| Lighthouse Counsel
In this episode of The Beacon Podcast, special guest host Parker Middleton speaks with visionary entrepreneur and philanthropist Maxine Clark, founder of Build-A-Bear Workshop. In their discussion, Clark shares insights into her career, including: About Maxine Clark Maxine Clark is one of the true innovators in the retail industry. During her career, her ability to […]| Lighthouse Counsel
Black History Month is a powerful reminder of the extraordinary contributions of African American leaders, artists, activists and scholars. But it’s also a time to shine a light on the rich legacy of Black philanthropy – a centuries-long tradition rooted in the values of mutual aid and community support. Long before the transatlantic slave trade, […]| Lighthouse Counsel
As a former nonprofit CEO and with personal experience as a board member, there are things that boards (and, yes, CEOs) could do to cause chaos in the organization. Part one of this two-part series is focused on boards; part 2 will focus on CEOs. Here are the top six things boards (and board members) […]| Lighthouse Counsel
Here is a question I often get (and one I had to deal with during my time as a nonprofit CEO): “Is it OK if my board members don’t give at a leadership level for annual campaigns?” The answer is “no” unless there is an unusual exception. For capital campaigns, it is a bit more […]| Lighthouse Counsel
A Dialogue Board chair [Susan, four years in position]: Good morning, Dan. Thanks for rearranging your schedule to meet me this morning. I’ll try to keep to our regularly scheduled time in the future, but I know you want to get started planning the year ahead. Executive director [Dan, new to the organization (a […]| Lighthouse Counsel
“Artificial intelligence is a machine’s ability to perform some cognitive functions we usually associate with human minds.” (Mckinsey) Want a better understanding of AI? Imagine talking with a toddler. They sometimes say silly and confusing things that reflect how they perceive the world with their limited experience. The same could be said for early adoption […]| Lighthouse Counsel
