Legacy, Leadership, & Love: Why Black Philanthropy Month Matters to Me
For me, Black Philanthropy Month is more than a moment of celebration, it’s a reminder to reflect and recommit. It pushes me to show up with intention, to build authentic partnerships, to use my dollars to uplift communities and to advocate for the kind of change that lasts well beyond this month.
Survey: Shaping Stronger Boards
We’re diving deep into what boards really do (and what they could do better) to support nonprofit success.
How resilient is your organization?
Do you have an organization built for the long-term? How adaptable are you as an organization? This simple assessment helps you and your organization get grounded in where you are right now and identify some key steps you can take to build organizational resiliency.
How to Inspire Your Inner Fundraiser
“Everyone is a fundraiser.” This phrase can strike fear into the hearts of non-development staff, conjuring up images of standing on a gala stage before a room full of major donors. Dear program people, let me assuage your fears - you will almost never be asked to make the “big ask.” However, every staff member does have a role to play in their organization’s fundraising efforts.
Webinar: Hard Conversations & Human Impact
Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 11:00am
Join Purpose Possible and HR consultants from TriNet for a conversation on how to navigate personnel changes, maintain staff morale, and communicate transparently during uncertain times. This session offers both reactive and proactive guidance, grounded in care and compliance.
Navigating Leadership In Times of Crisis
Event recap
Our panel moderator, Alorie Clark, along with panelists Kim Perry, Rebecca Lemos-Otero, and Brianne Dornbush, generously shared timely insights on the state of their organizations and the broader nonprofit sector in the DC area. Their engaging discussion highlighted the District's challenges, particularly how ongoing uncertainty around Congressional oversight continues to hinder nonprofits' critical work.
Succession Planning for Founders
Succession planning, especially for founders, can be a delicate process that requires adequate planning to ensure the organization has a roadmap for a sustainable future. Join Starsha Valentine and Rebecca Lemos Otero for an in-depth discussion of Rebecca's succession plan after founding a successful nonprofit in Washington, DC.
Age & Work Styles in a Multi-Generational Workforce
For the first time ever there are five different generations in the workplace. Three Purpose Possible consultants discuss their experiences working in diverse environments and share how Purpose Possible's T.E.A.M. strategy has helped them better collaborate with colleagues.
Hiring Q&A with Lara and Katyra
Did you know that 76% percent of hiring managers admit attracting the right job candidates is their greatest challenge!
Lara and Katyra teamed up to answer questions, provide recommendations, and share insights into their experiences.
Collaborative Budgeting
How fiscal and development teams can work together to create a proactive budget for the next year.
Books for Nonprofit Leaders
Here are some books we recommend for fundraising, understanding wealth, managing a nonprofit and team, professional writing, and the inner workings of how power impacts society and philanthropy.
Starsha Valentine on finding her sweet spot
I, like so many other Black leaders, bring my whole lived experience to my work. That perspective has allowed me to connect with some of the most dynamic Black-led organizations in the Mid Atlantic region.
