How many people reading this article are still using a nearly 200-year-old reading and writing system — Braille — to access this blog post? Other than me, I’m guessing not many. In the UK, there are at least 60,000 people using Braille on a regular basis. Named after its creator, Louis Braille, this tactile way for visually impaired people to read and write uses a series of … [Read more...] about How Braille Is Providing Accessibility and Independence Today
3 Tips for a Stress-Free End-of-Year Giving Campaign
For many, the month of December is a time to decompress and relax with family and friends. But mention “end of year” to any advancement professional and you’ll likely be met with some combination of wide eyes, deep breaths, and a reassuring mantra such as, “We’ve got this!” As someone who has worked in fundraising, I understand that reaction since over 30% of all giving to … [Read more...] about 3 Tips for a Stress-Free End-of-Year Giving Campaign
UNICEF Shares 4 Ways to Reverse COVID-19’s Impact on Children
By: Eric Zuehlke, Head of Editorial, Division of Global Communication and Advocacy, UNICEF and Martha Mackenzie, Global Humanitarian Advocacy Lead, UNICEF Today is UNICEF’s birthday, marking 75 years of delivering critical services and creating safer and healthier environments for children and families around the world. UNICEF’s impact has been far and wide during the global … [Read more...] about UNICEF Shares 4 Ways to Reverse COVID-19’s Impact on Children
A Blueprint to Building a New Model of Community Care
By: Jacob Bindman, Co-founder & Chief Program Officer at SF New Deal; Jenais Zarlin, Founding Member & Chief Operating Officer at SF New Deal SF New Deal began with a vision of San Francisco as a world class city that provides an abundance of support, opportunity, dignity, respect, and appreciation for small businesses and neighbors in need. Although much of our work … [Read more...] about A Blueprint to Building a New Model of Community Care
4 Steps to Better Higher Education Donor Engagement
By: Catherine Moore, Digital Transformation Practice Lead at Heller Consulting Today’s higher education leaders are taking a strategic look at how they interact with supporters. They’re thinking beyond individual online interactions, and creating plans to deepen connections with their constituents and transform their advancement strategies in today’s digital world. The idea of … [Read more...] about 4 Steps to Better Higher Education Donor Engagement