Boost Your Nonprofit’s Success with These 5 Year-End Fundraising Ideas
By Dwayne Ashley, CEO, and Sylvia White, EVP, Bridge Philanthropic Consulting, LLC As the holiday season approaches, nonprofits have a golden opportunity to boost their fundraising efforts and make a lasting impact. We know [...]
Bridge Philanthropic Consulting (BPC) Shares the Giving USA Annual Report on Philanthropy for the Year 2023
Giving USA: U.S. charitable giving totaled $557.16 billion in 2023 Giving reached a high in current dollars but did not outpace inflation NEW YORK (July 3, 2024) -- Dwayne Ashely, CEO of Bridge [...]
5 Tips for Being Woke at Rest for Today’s Fundraising, Non-Profit and Social Impact Professionals
By: Dwayne Ashley, CEO and LaQuasha Drisdale Hall, Fellow, Bridge Philanthropic Consulting, LLC. At BPC, we pride ourselves on promoting self-care and volunteerism among our teams. Many of our clients are so committed to their [...]
Affordable Housing and Health Equity–Why these social determinants are key to wealth creation!
By: Dwayne Ashley, CEO, William Allen, Dr. Roderick Smothers, Naihlah Ricco Brown, Executive Consultants, Bridge Philanthropic Consulting, LLC. @bpc.fund: As a company deeply committed to social justice and equality, we understand how affordable housing and [...]
Alert!!! The Pitfalls of Last-Minute Event Fundraising
By: Dwayne Ashley, CEO; Sylvia White, EVP; and Latoya Henry, Executive Consultant, Bridge Philanthropic Consulting, LLC. We are sounding the alarm about Last Minute Event Fundraising and the impact they can have on your [...]
The Art of Developing Leadership Presence
By Denise Bailey Clark, DM, SHRM-SCP, EVP People & Culture Presence in business and leadership isn’t just desirable; it’s a cornerstone of effective leadership. This intangible quality commands attention, inspires confidence, and motivates others [...]
Navigating the Impact of Election Years on Charitable Giving
By: Dwayne Ashley, CEO, and William Allen, Executive Consultant, Bridge Philanthropic Consulting, LLC. As we approach the 2024 US presidential election, the philanthropic landscape is brimming with anticipation and curiosity about how politics will [...]
BPC Celebrates Women’s History Month
At BPC, we know that women have made remarkable strides throughout history. Their unwavering dedication and relentless pursuit of social change have shaped our world today. As Women's History Month unfolds, Bridge Philanthropic Consulting proudly [...]
Unlocking Success: Building Your Top 100 Prospects for Success
By: Dwayne Ashley, CEO, Bridge Philanthropic Consulting; Sylvia White, EVP; Dr. Tammy Smithers, Executive Consultant; Latoya Pace Smith, Executive Consultant; and Latoya Henry, Executive Consultant, Bridge Philanthropic Consulting, LLC. Some ingredients must be considered when [...]
The Importance of a Leadership Development Plan
By Dwayne Ashley, Chief Executive Officer, Denise Bailey Clark, DM, ACC, EVP People and Culture Do you have a leadership development plan? Do you know what a leadership plan is? The leadership development plan is [...]
Board Engagement: Mapping Your Board for Fundraising Success.
The lifeblood of any fundraising program is finding, cultivating, and keeping your donors. Unfortunately, too many organizations approach fundraising from a need-based mentality.
Bridge Philanthropic Consulting: FAQS on Generational Giving
What are the defining characteristics of Millennials and Gen Z in philanthropy? Millennials are tech-savvy, socially conscious, and prioritize purpose over profit. They appreciate transparency and engage through social media and crowdfunding. Gen Z is [...]
Harnessing the Power of Effective Public Sector Fundraising
By: Dwayne Ashley, CEO, Sylvia White, EVP, Business Development, and Dr. Tammy Smithers, Executive Consultant, Bridge Philanthropic Consulting, LLC. At Bridge Philanthropic Consulting, we advise clients to pursue a comprehensive strategy in annual and capital [...]
Fundraising Trends in 2024: Embracing Innovation for Social Impact
By: Dwayne Ashley, CEO, and Sylvia White, EVP, Bridge Philanthropic Consulting, LLC. Introduction As we have embarked upon a New Year of Fundraising in our sector, the BPC team has looked at what we learned over the [...]
The Power of AI in BIPOC Nonprofits
by: Dwayne Ashley, CEO Bridge Philanthropic Consulting, and Nailah Ricco-Brown, Senior Consultant In an era marked by technological advancements, the power of artificial intelligence (AI) has become increasingly evident across various sectors. AI offers [...]
It’s Not Just for the Philanthropy 400! Engaging Ultra-High Networth Prospects for all size non-profits
By: Dwayne Ashley, Founder and CEO, Bridge Philanthropic Consulting, LLC. Introduction I have seen it and advised my clients on it, and now I am sharing it with all of you. In today's competitive non-profit [...]
Are you maximizing your Membership Program? “Use Your Membership Program as a Tool for Stewardship”
By: Dwayne Ashley, CEO, and Latoya Henry, Executive Consultant, Bridge Philanthropic Consulting, LLC We receive a lot of inquiries about membership programs and how to grow, manage and strategies for diversifying the programs. So, we [...]
Building Equity and Resilience: Harnessing the Power of Philanthropy to Address Climate Change in BIPOC Communities
By: Dwayne Ashley, CEO, BPC; Sylvia White, EVP, Business Development; BPC, Dr. Tammy Smithers, William Allen, LaToya Pace-Smith, Executive Consultants, BPC In the face of an escalating climate crisis, it is imperative to prioritize efforts [...]
Bitcoin and Black Philanthropy: Getting your organization ready to cultivate a new vertical of funding
By: Dwayne Ashley, CEO, BPC, Sylvia White, EVP, William Allen, Executive Consultant, BPC and Denise Bailey Clark, EVP, HR, BPCAre you looking for innovative ways to diversify your organization's funding sources? Look no further than [...]
The Great Wealth Transfer: Bridging Philanthropic Consulting with African American Baby Boomers and BIPOC First Generation Wealth
By Dwayne Ashley, CEO and Founder, BPC The upcoming mass intergenerational wealth transfer is a phenomenon that's expected to have a significant impact on the philanthropic landscape. As African American Baby Boomers (AABABs) and the [...]