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  • Power of Philanthropy

    Henry Bloch and the Power of Philanthropy

    July 14, 2025

    Henry Bloch, co-founder of H&R Block, survived a near-death experience during World War II that profoundly influenced his life and legacy. His humility, vision, and commitment to giving back helped shape Kansas City's philanthropic landscape through transformative gifts and service.

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  • Diverse group of professionals gathered around a conference table, reviewing documents and charts during a collaborative planning meeting in a bright office setting.

    Strategies for Success

    Campaign Counsel: Staying Resilient

    Even when government budgets tighten and priorities shift, nonprofits can remain resilient [...]

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  • Two people having a conversation over coffee at a wooden table, symbolizing donor engagement and relationship-building in nonprofit fundraising.

    Power of Philanthropy

    Listening to Learn

    In my role as a fundraising consultant assisting nonprofits with their major [...]

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  • female team leader speaking at corporate group meeting.

    Strategies for Success

    Fundraising Campaign Management Beyond Metrics

    Metrics matter, but they’re only part of the story. True leadership in [...]

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  • Students rally in support of Tripp, a teen battling cancer, with one photo showing a spirited group in purple and gold holding signs and a cutout of Tripp, and the other capturing a crowd at a football game erupting in a burst of purple powder.

    Power of Philanthropy

    #TrippTough

    The power of philanthropy. This concept can be interpreted in many ways. [...]

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  • woman volunteering at event

    Strategies for Success

    Trust-Based Donor Engagement and Acquisition

    Fundraising is about creating meaningful relationships with people who share a common [...]

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  • Power of Philanthropy

    Donor Relationships and Great Transformations

    Shelter KC, a mission-driven organization in Kansas City, Missouri, got a call [...]

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  • donor handing check to nonprofit executive

    Strategies for Success

    Looking Ahead to the Next Major Gift: Cultivating Lifelong Donors

    Receiving a major gift is a significant moment for any nonprofit. It’s [...]

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  • Power of Philanthropy

    Key Takeaways from the 5th Annual Summit

    As I reflect on the 5th Annual Power of Philanthropy Summit, hosted by [...]

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  • Close-up of a group of professionals collaborating around a wooden table, analyzing financial charts and graphs on printed documents. One person is using a calculator, while others are pointing at reports with pens, discussing data and strategy.

    Strategies for Success

    Don’t Skip the Feasibility Study

    Deciding to move forward with a major gifts campaign – whether it [...]

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