People often tell me to take a break—that the work will still be there tomorrow. And while I understand that advice and appreciate where it comes from, it often comes from those who haven’t stood at the bottom of a startup. When you’re building something from nothing, tomorrow isn’t guaranteed unless today is handled with care, urgency, and intention.

Caring deeply is both a gift and a burden. In the nonprofit world, we carry stories that never quite leave us — and that’s the part no one prepares you for.

Back-to-school isn’t a gentle reset—it’s carpool chaos, permission slips, and packed calendars. Here’s why survival (and grace) is the real win this season.

Bearing My Soul to a Party of One

Leading From the Ground Up: What They Don’t Tell You About Building a Dream

Finding our voice as leaders in the nonprofit sector in the current climate.

The end of our beginning.

Grant writing isn't a task everyone can take on but here are a few tips that might make you a little more comfortable with this big task.

The ultimate balancing act flex is to keep showing up.

'Tis the season to maintain your mental health

Arriving at our "why"

Fundraising is hard but necessary! Here are some things I've learned along the way.

Finding the "wiggle room" in organizational opportunities are essential.

Times have changed.

A hidden resource

The struggle is real for nonprofits, especially new nonprofits be aware of the signs.

Challenging and understanding where you're supposed to be.

"The buck stops here".

Cha-ching!

There are times when music simply make you believe there is someone out there who understands you...