by Dawn Franks | May 21, 2014 | Donors, Giving
Please allow me to refer to the donor as HT. “HT said I made a commitment to help”; then later said “I follow through on my commitments.” Finally, HT said “I know they need my help to make this idea happen.” Three critical statements made...
by Dawn Franks | May 8, 2014 | About Your Philanthropy, Donors
I’m nearly moved into new office space. That project is nearly completed. Not long ago I even heard myself tell another person “I have nearly decided and would get back with them.” Right now there is more nearly in my life than I like. I’m...
by Dawn Franks | Apr 17, 2014 | Donors, Family, Giving, Millennials
She’s almost here. We’ve been talking about Thayer Willis joining us for Dessert and Coffee for a discussion on intergenerational wealth for months. In spite of an unexpected weather event in March that kept her plane from arriving and the rest of us keeping warm at...
by Dawn Franks | Apr 3, 2014 | Donors, Giving
Quick – name the last fundraiser you attended. Good music, friends, a fun auction, or a healthy walk through tree lined streets. Were there any nagging questions? How will they use the money raised? How much will be left over after the event expenses are paid? Am I...
by Dawn Franks | Mar 20, 2014 | About Your Philanthropy, Donors, Giving
Is there anything more humiliating than making mistakes in full public view? Frankly it frustrates me when mistakes happen for all to see. It happened recently when I posted the YP Journal only to discover it wasn’t working correctly. I immediately received emails...
