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Does Your Donation Platform Scare Away Major Donors?
What does a donation platform have to do with major donors? I get to meet a lot of nonprofits. Before I meet…
What’s A Parent’s Most Important Job?
Have you ever listed out a parent’s fundamental responsibilities? It’s not just making sure the kids gets fed and clothed.
5 Reasons to Select a Christian Donor-Advised Fund
Are you considering setting up a donor advised fund? It is a great tool for giving. You can give online. You can…
“All I Want to Do is Change a City…”—Part II
After serving on the mission field for 15 years in Peru, Rudy thought it was time to retire and go be with…
“All I Want To Do is Change A City…”—Part I
In 1960, Rudy Johnson, his wife and 3 young children headed to Peru to plant a church. The work was hard, and…
Estate Planning: Share the Pain
How many people do you know who describe with glee the meeting with their estate planning attorney? To the contrary, I know…
One Powerful Key to Passing On Your Legacy
I often meet with families related to issues of planning their wills and trusts. Frankly, it is often a dreaded event for…
Why I Don’t Give
This week I sat down with a long time friend of mine. He’s well into his 80s. About 10 years ago, he…
The Power of the Gift—Part II
Not long ago, I witnessed a group of men give away a van to a woman who was transporting inner city kids…
The Power of the Gift—Part I
It is just one line. It’s uttered by a pagan, a Roman soldier. But as an eyewitness to the crucifixion, he is…
One Thing You Can Do to Enhance Your Estate Planning
I talked with Joel not long ago about getting his estate plan in order. He gave me a pained look. His look…