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Lessons in Leadership: Key Takeaways from AFP LEAD 2024

As a first-time attendee, I was excited. I had always heard from colleagues about the depth of the session topics, the enthusiasm of the attendees, and the value of the experience towards enhancing leadership skills and organizational impact – and I was not disappointed!

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Celebrating 45 Years of Client Relationships

In celebration of our 45th anniversary this fall 2024, Alford Group honors the incredible nonprofits that have shaped our journey. All our clients exemplify Alford Group’s values: Continuous Learning, Honest Partnerships, Joyful Connections and Equity-Centered Practices. Our clients are true heroes, and we’ve had the privilege of partnering with them to amplify their missions. In this blog post, we highlight a few client relationships and their impact on their communities.

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A Fundraiser’s Guide to AI

Our research team takes some steps out of the equation with this holistic guide to a few of our favorite AI tools for Fundraisers. We provide valuable insights and practical tips on how small teams within nonprofit organizations can leverage AI resources to overcome challenges and streamline their fundraising processes. 

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Embracing Shared Leadership: A Model for Collaborative Success

Explore how shared leadership fosters collaboration, inclusivity and resilience for nonprofit success in today’s evolving world.

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Roadmap to Success: 7 Steps in Preparing Your Board for Fundraising

Learn how to lead your board through the fundraising process with this step-by-step guide.

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Matthew Easterwood on Queering Your Culture of Philanthropy

Learn from Matthew Easterwood in this Alford Group interview on building queer-inclusive fundraising cultures.

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Giving USA 2024: Analysis Video

Discover key calls to action from Giving USA 2024 in Alford Group’s expert video analysis of philanthropy trends shaping the future of giving in the U.S.

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The Revolution of Nonprofit Strategic Planning: Fusing Tradition with Innovation

Discover how nonprofit strategic planning can evolve by blending traditional methods with real-time agility for lasting impact and mission alignment.

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