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The ancient wisdom of Pirkei Avot : Ethics of our Ancestors offers a simple yet powerful guide for life: “Say little, do much; greet everyone with a cheerful face.” This was not just a saying for my father. It was the foundation of how he lived, worked, and related to others. Though his shop’s sign read "Kosher Butcher," his true role extended far beyond selling meat. He was a connector, a community pillar, and a quiet observer of human stories and geography. This post explor

If we want to build stronger, more impactful organizations, we must resist the urge to follow the political fundraising model.

In an era of uncertainty and overwhelming noise, if we truly want our donors to give, we need to slow down.

As is our family tradition, we watch It’s a Wonderful Life. I always get teary at the end of the movie. However, this year I realized...

I often see in and out of nonprofits that many of us don't ask a question (or questions) that we think we know the answer(s) to. We know...

Skip Giving Tuesday and create your own Giving Day

I love this time of year. Anyone who knows me, knows that I can watch basketball day and night, if given the opportunity. I often don’t...

I have baked bread for years, actually more like decades. The bread I typically make is challah, the classic egg bread that is part of...

I love to read for pleasure. There is nothing better than getting lost in a book and the characters, the settings and the story line. My...