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Queer Inclusion at Your Nonprofit: Inside and Out
I had the distinct pleasure of moderating a discussion yesterday on Queer Inclusion with 3 sterling examples of queer nonprofit leadership -

Juliana M. Weissbein CFRE
Mar 8, 20243 min read
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Radical Reflections: 3 Ways to Unlock Inclusive Fundraising
Inclusivity has become a crucial aspect of community engagement and donor relations. This is exactly why I enjoyed the “Don’t Just Slap A Fl

Juliana M. Weissbein CFRE
Sep 6, 20233 min read
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yeah, we cool: Black Men Are Critical to Community-Centric Fundraising
I am a Black American man. I was born and raised in Birmingham, Alabama. I am the descendant of slaves, though my grandmother has told me...

Juliana M. Weissbein CFRE
Nov 11, 20225 min read
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“Looks Like Me”: How Diversity & Inclusion Will Do More For The Field
Over the course of the last three years, in the wake of George Floyd and other ongoing current events, I have participated in a number of...

Juliana M. Weissbein CFRE
Oct 7, 20224 min read
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Why You Should Apply for AFP-NYC’s Mentorship Program
Last fall I was excited to see that AFP-NYC was once again hosting a mentorship program for members. When I applied to be a mentee the...

Juliana M. Weissbein CFRE
Sep 9, 20223 min read
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Put a Business Coach on Your Team
Few people have to wear more hats than a small business owner. From being the chief financial officer to marketing director and basic jack..

Juliana M. Weissbein CFRE
Apr 18, 20224 min read
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Happy Women's History Month!
Happy Women’s History Month everyone! As you likely know, each March is designated as Women’s History Month by presidential proclamation...

Juliana M. Weissbein CFRE
Mar 24, 20228 min read
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What Now? Tactical Actions to Take After The Pandemic Steals Your Job
In April 2020, about one month into the pandemic, unemployment for women rose 2 percentage points above that for men, according to the U.S.

Juliana M. Weissbein CFRE
Oct 6, 20216 min read
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Foundations Aren’t Much Interested in You
Grateful for Brad Smith’s candor and leadership over the years, I rang him up for a chat. Initially, I wanted to know if what our grant...

Juliana M. Weissbein CFRE
Jun 14, 20214 min read
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Guideposts for an Effective Mentoring Relationship: Mentoring in the Age of COVID
From the CEO to the Vice President and the young entry-level professional, everyone can remember that person, friend, family member, or...

Juliana M. Weissbein CFRE
Jun 7, 20215 min read
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I’m Not Afraid to Say It - Foundations Need to Do Better
Recently, I became an official Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE), reaching an incredible professional achievement that proves my...

Juliana M. Weissbein CFRE
May 24, 20217 min read
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Thinking Inside The Box: The Question Of Customizing Your CRM
Whether you’re implementing a new CRM or living with your database software solution, the pressure from your internal customers to build...

Juliana M. Weissbein CFRE
Apr 19, 20213 min read
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Recommended Reading: The Revolution Will Not Be Funded
The Revolution Will Not Be Funded is a riveting anthology of essays written by seasoned activists, thought leaders, scholars, and nonprofit.

Juliana M. Weissbein CFRE
Aug 10, 20205 min read
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What’s the Point of Artificial Intelligence for Fundraising?
By far, the most common question I get asked is — “Philanthropy is built on relationships, so what is the point of bringing artificial...

Juliana M. Weissbein CFRE
Aug 10, 20204 min read
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Recommended Reading: Decolonizing Wealth
Being personally linked to the phrase “white supremacist” was a bit of a shock. I had an immediate visceral reaction, one that was...

Juliana M. Weissbein CFRE
Apr 13, 20205 min read
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Recommended Reading: Giving Done Right
A majority of American households give to charity in some form or another. Whether you're in a position to give $1 or $1 million, every...

Juliana M. Weissbein CFRE
Mar 9, 20209 min read
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Recommended Reading: Data Driven Nonprofits
I have spent years analyzing and making sense of nonprofit data. Along the way, I’ve worked with countless nonprofit organizations to....

Juliana M. Weissbein CFRE
Jan 13, 20204 min read
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