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Beyond the Basics of Grant Writing

While grants may masquerade as simple applications for money, successful, grant writing requires reliable research, cultivation of the grantmaker, an ...
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October 11, 2019 / Susan Sutton / Proposal Writing

The Leadership Model of Philanthropy

"Philanthropy is focused, not on symptoms, but on root causes. It is systemic, not episodic; proactive rather than reactive. In ...
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October 4, 2019 / Ssutton and Associates Inc. / Fundraising Campaigns and Strategic Planning

Emerging Trends Shape the Donor’s Perception and Approach

The changing philanthropic landscape affects the way donors perceive and approach giving. The Future of Philanthropy, a report based on ...
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October 3, 2019 / Ssutton and Associates Inc. / Fundraising Campaigns and Strategic Planning

Lessons learned from early-stage grantmaking organizations.

“After conducting extensive interviews, the Center for Effective Philanthropy has thoughtfully distilled an insightful guide that offers advice on leadership; ...
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August 18, 2019 / Susan Sutton / Fundraising Campaigns and Strategic Planning