Demarca Consulting

Said every board, every year. This is an incredible idea. In theory all organizations should be ensuring diversified revenue streams. That’s how organizations stabilize and grow safely. The downfall is when this grand plan comes without any additional human capacity or strategy behind it. The Excitement of Something New A new revenue stream is fun;… Read more: Let’s Diversity Our Funding

“Whoa – that gift just fell into our lap!” Right? Did it though? Did it really “just fall into your lap” or did you make sure your organization was set up for success? Or maybe it did just fall into your lap, and it will be the only Donor Advised Fund (DAF) coming your way… Read more: Donor Advised Funds: Did That Gift Really “Just Fall Into Your Lap”?

Being an Executive Director can be a lonely job. Even if you are fortunate to have an amazing senior leadership team and an engaged and supportive Board, the ED is still (usually) a team of one. And what happens if your team is still building capacity or trust? Who can you ask for help, or… Read more: Do You Need Someone Strategic on Your Side?