Aug. 3, 2020 7:29 am
Don’t perpetuate harm while parading it as diversity
The many nonprofits that are rushing to recruit people of color to their board and executive staff are likely unprepared to provide truly inclusive spaces for those folks, says columnist Valerie Johnson.
Jun. 30, 2020 7:54 am
Feeling anxious? You are not alone
With the pandemic still happening and many people learning how to cope with unknowns and a new daily routine, columnist Valerie Johnson says she's seeing a lot of folks whose anxiety is flaring up.
May 28, 2020 12:12 pm
Do you feel like you are drifting in the sea of fundraising on a tiny raft, all alone?
If you’re out there and wondering if you’re doing it right, columnist Valerie Johnson has some suggestions for you.
Apr. 1, 2020 8:33 am
Admin vs programs: It doesn’t have to be a nonprofit throwdown
"Over the years I’ve made a lot of friends on the program side, and I’ve been fortunate that they share with me their thoughts on how [my] decisions affect them," says columnist Valerie Johnson.
Mar. 12, 2020 8:02 am
Guess what? 51% of fundraising pros want to leave their jobs by 2021
"We have to develop the next generation of fundraisers — and fast," says columnist Valerie Johnson.
Jan. 31, 2020 8:55 am
Let’s be real, sometimes getting four rooms painted by a group of volunteers can cost more than help
"The time, effort, and materials that go into coordinating a successful volunteer day that is meaningful for the volunteers has tangible value," says columnist Valerie Johnson.
Jan. 14, 2020 8:33 am
In marathons, as in professional life, it helps to have a challenging goal
Feeling uninspired or unfulfilled at work? Perhaps it’s because you're not working towards a goal that pushes you out of your comfort zone, says columnist Valerie Johnson.
Dec. 10, 2019 7:43 am
Pro-tip: If your pitch is patronizing, you’re gonna strike out
Columnist Valerie Johnson has some words for those who discount the expertise of the women professionals they're selling to. And those who have to have the last word.
Nov. 21, 2019 11:50 am
Who are you calling ‘vulnerable’?
"Why do so many nonprofits say that their services exist to support vulnerable populations?" asks Valerie Johnson in this month's column. She thinks it is a catch-all phrase that plays on stereotypes.
Oct. 9, 2019 8:09 am
Hey, nonprofit pros —watch your language
Your job, as a leader, is to inspire and motivate — not to add to the stigma that your clients face, says columnist Valerie Johnson.