Fundraising & Culture

Intermittent Almsgiving

On developing the habit of generosity.

Nov 17, 2025 • James Kolakowski

Preparing for the Impromptu

On productive small talk

Nov 17, 2025 • James Kolakowski

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September 2025

The Gimmick Horseshoe

The mean between stinginess and prodigality.

Sep 17, 2025 • James Kolakowski

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The Elements of an Annual Report

An overview of annual report essentials.

Sep 10, 2025 • James Kolakowski

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March 2025

Prohibited Practices in Fundraising

Below are six common prohibited practices in nonprofit fundraising.

Mar 3, 2025 • James Kolakowski

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February 2025

Give, or the dog gets shot!

Marketer Seth Godin tells a story about the early days of Mad magazine.

Feb 25, 2025 • James Kolakowski

The Elements of an Annual Fund

An annual fund forms the basis for dependable school support.

Feb 14, 2025 • James Kolakowski

Fundraising Reading List

Making time to study various aspects of fundraising can be an extremely valuable practice.

Feb 4, 2025 • James Kolakowski

10 Things Learned in 10 Years of Fundraising

After more than a decade in fundraising at The Heights School I’ve put together a list of ten personal and organizational ideas which I believe have…

Feb 4, 2025 • James Kolakowski

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