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Blog

Each week, the DBD team writes short articles meant to inspire the hope and generosity that empowers non-profits to thrive!
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Podcast

Get inspired! Our podcast is a series of conversations between our team and other leaders, sharing their thoughts on what really matters.
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Field Notes

Looking for a quick read to inspire you or your staff or volunteer team? Our Field Notes are a strategic resource for non-profit leaders.
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Case Studies

Since 2006, we’ve worked with hundreds of organizations, helping them fulfill their mission and serve their communities.
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HOW TO OPEN A DOOR

Learn how nonprofit volunteers can unlock new fundraising opportunities by opening doors, building relationships, and connecting their networks to your mission.

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BEYOND THE PLAQUE

In strong philanthropic cultures, recognition is not a transaction that follows a gift. It is part of an ongoing relationship and defines donor legacy.

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UNLOCKING GENEROSITY WITH STEWARDSHIP

Donor retention is declining, but intentional stewardship can reverse the trend. Learn practical ways to strengthen relationships and increase giving.

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REFINANCE YOUR NONPROFIT'S DEBT

Succession planning ensures smooth leadership transitions and protects your nonprofit from risk. Learn what every board should know

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HERE WE GROW AGAIN

Today, nonprofit leaders may feel challenged, as the funding and practices they have counted on in the past may no longer be available in the same ways. Whether you work in a nonprofit or volunteer as a board member, navigating uncertainty is part of the job description.

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NAVIGATING UNCERTAINTY: STRATEGIES FOR NONPROFIT LEADERS

Today, nonprofit leaders may feel challenged, as the funding and practices they have counted on in the past may no longer be available in the same ways. Whether you work in a nonprofit or volunteer as a board member, navigating uncertainty is part of the job description.

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KEEPERS OF THE LIGHT

Strong nonprofit board governance helps prevent executive director burnout. Learn how effective boards share leadership, strategy, and responsibility.

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A LEADERSHIP LESSON FROM A STOVE KNOB

A broken stove knob becomes a leadership lesson: sometimes progress doesn’t come from adding new solutions, but from removing the small, overlooked things that no longer serve us.

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THREE STEPS TO PREPARE FOR A NEW YEAR

Before taking on big goals, reframe past misses, hit the reset button and fuel yourself with powerful stories.

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KEEPERS OF THE LIGHT

Strong nonprofit board governance helps prevent executive director burnout. Learn how effective boards share leadership, strategy, and responsibility.

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A close-up of a gas stove knob being replaced, symbolizing how small, overlooked details can quietly block progress until they’re removed.

A LEADERSHIP LESSON FROM A STOVE KNOB

A broken stove knob becomes a leadership lesson: sometimes progress doesn’t come from adding new solutions, but from removing the small, overlooked things that no longer serve us.

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FIVE WAYS TO RESET YOUR BOARD AGENDA

Many board agendas are static reviews of the past, leading to passive participation, listening to committee report after committee report.

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KEEPERS OF THE LIGHT

Strong nonprofit board governance helps prevent executive director burnout. Learn how effective boards share leadership, strategy, and responsibility.

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UNLOCKING GENEROSITY WITH STEWARDSHIP

Donor retention is declining, but intentional stewardship can reverse the trend. Learn practical ways to strengthen relationships and increase giving.

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STRATEGY FIRST. CAPITAL FOLLOWS.

Capital projects should flow from strategy—not urgency. Discover how aligning facilities planning with strategic priorities strengthens fundraising and long-term impact.

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