by Dawn Franks | Jan 24, 2024 | Dawn's Blogs, Donors, Giving
When you hear a suggestion to share your stories with your children and grandchildren, do you hear a voice say, “They’re not interested, don’t have time, and don’t care about my stories?” In conversation with my friend, Joe McIlhaney, M.D., he said what he’d been...
by Dawn Franks | Dec 12, 2023 | Donors, Family, Giving, Millennials, Next Generation
I’ve shared this story before, but the message remains important to the heart of giving. Take a moment to learn why ladders matter on Christmas morning and all year round. At six years old, I was sure I needed one, and today, I’m as committed as ever to working my way...
by Dawn Franks | Oct 30, 2023 | Dawn's Blogs, Donors, Giving, Nonprofits
When I was about three or so years old, my family went for a drive in the Colorado mountains. I think we went for a picnic, but what I remember is jumping out of the car, barefooted, heading for a patch of wildflowers. My mother called out to stop, but all I saw were...
by Craig Hammon — Guest Blog | Oct 3, 2023 | Donors, Giving, Guest Blogs, Nonprofits
Dawn Franks has significantly impacted my thinking (and acting) about the ideas of legacy and generosity. When she asked me to consider writing some personal thoughts about these things, I saw it as a great opportunity for reflection. The concept of “legacy” always...
by Dawn Franks | Sep 13, 2023 | Dawn's Blogs, Donors, Family, Giving, Millennials, Next Generation
Why do we celebrate Grandparents Day? Grandparents are cool. I vote we celebrate all month long! Originally established by presidential decree in 1978, it is intended as a day to honor grandparents for the contributions they make in our lives. It set me thinking about...
by Dawn Franks | Aug 31, 2023 | Dawn's Blogs, Donors, Family, Giving
The school zones are back, so slowing down should be top of my mind as I head for work every morning. After less than a week of blinking lights, something finally clicked, and I realized as I got to the end of the zone I should have slowed way down. You know the...
