From the Desk of Rolando D. Rodriguez MS, CFRE Dear Friends and Colleagues: Philanthropy has always existed to fill the gaps. But increasingly, those gaps are no longer small cracks in the system — they are wide divides in how we think about who should do what. From healthcare to housing to disaster relief, nonprofits are weighing their roles in the context of public funding. At its core, a charity’s role is simple but profound: to identify needs in a community and mobilize

But Don't Make a Big Mistake From the desk of Roland D. Rodriguez, CFRE Crosspoint Philanthropy Why do people give? Most people give to causes that affirm their core values.  Research reveals that over 90% of people make charitable donations out of a sense of duty to give back to society and tackle inequality or hardship, using their own good fortune to help others. Some studies also review how the presentation of the facts impacts the decision to donate.  But facts can be aw

Community Foundations as Philanthropic Partners From the Desk of Rolando D. Rodriguez, M.S., CFRE Most of us have heard about...

From the desk of Rolando D. Rodriguez, M.S., CFRE How focusing on just one simple goal often leads to better outcomes than long,...

From the Desk of Rolando D. Rodriguez, M.S., CFRE In theory, strategic planning should bring clarity and focus. But too often, it does...

Fundraising in a Shifting Economy Dear Friends and Colleagues: Uncertainty is not new. But when it feels tangible — when it shows up in...

From the desk of Rolando D. Rodriguez, M.S., CFRE Customized Board and Staff Training I know how passionate nonprofit leaders are about...

How Nonprofits Can Stay Inclusive Without the Backlash Dear Friends and Colleagues: Over the past few years, diversity, equity, and...

A Wake Up Call for Nonprofits Dear Friends and Colleagues: Nonprofits nationwide are grappling with a growing fear: the potential...

Dear Friends, As we wrap up another year, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you—clients, colleagues,...