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I hate artificial intelligence (AI) in nonprofit settings. There I said it. And I won’t take it back. Before you label this former journalist as a person who hates technology because it’s “taking our jobs,” I’m not. I despise the use of AI to write communications and appeals for nonprofits not because I’m a writer, …
Once upon a time, in a land far, far away there lived frantic Fran, a development director with a big gala looming on the horizon. More diligent than Santa, she made her list and checked it thrice. Volunteers- check. Silent auction items – check. Jamming DJ – check. Messaging theme for the night…messaging…theme?! *Insert Macaulay …
BY BRANDEE A. THOMAS As a little girl, if you couldn’t find me, I was guaranteed to be under my covers or in a quiet corner reading a book. Sometimes Ramona Quimby, but mostly The Babysitter’s Club. (I’ve always appreciated strong, female leads who created their own paths.) Somewhere in those pages I read about …
The very abbreviated Juneteenth history is that the Emancipation Proclamation was issued January 1, 1863, freeing enslaved people in the United States. The proclamation was only upheld in territories and states where Union soldiers were present to enforce it. News – and enforcement – of the proclamation didn’t reach Texas until June 19, 1865. Yes, …
By Brandee A. Thomas, Always Write Creatives CEO “Why not us? We have something to say too.” I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard nonprofit leaders say this when they find out about another organization getting a sizeable donation or being interviewed by the media. If I’m honest, as the former executive director …
“I wanted to do my part to make my community a better place. Helping organizations share their stories so they can garner the financial support and attention needed to move their mission forward is the best possible intersection of my passions and gifts.”