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This week, I’m reading a quote from The Paradox of Generosity by Christian Smith and Hilary Davidson. 2014 edition.Reflection questions: How are we continuing to give opportunities for donors to be generous to the mission we serve as they are also giving to others because of world events?To purchase this book: The Paradox of Generosity by Christian Smith and Hilary Davidson. Copyright: Oxford University Press 2014. Reproduced with permission of the Licensor through PLSclear.What do you think?To explore fundraising coaching deeper and to schedule an exploratory session, visit ServingNonprofits.com.Music credit: Woeisuhmebop

"... And joy is the appropriate attitude with which to help others because acts of generosity are a source of blessing to the giver as well as the receiver..."This week, I’m reading a quote from John Chrysostom from the 400 A.D.s.Reflection questions:When was there a time when you were overwhelmed with the generosity of others because their generosity to you was given with such a spirit of joy that you received the generosity with pleasure?Is there an area of your fundraising work that you would like to bring in that same spirit of joy?  How will you do so this week?This quote has entered the public domain.What do you think?To explore fundraising coaching deeper and to schedule an exploratory session, visit ServingNonprofits.com.Music credit: Woeisuhmebop

"...There is no mode of disposing of surplus wealth creditable to thoughtful and earnest men [and women] into whose hands it flows save by using it year by year for the general good..."This week, I’m reading quotes from the Gospel of Wealth by Andrew Carnegie, published in 1889.Reflection questions:When you consider your financial means, are you paying attention to how you are using your surplus above moderate wants?No matter your age, have you decided how you will leave your wealth?To read this writing: Gospel of Wealth by Andrew CarnegieThis work has entered the public domain.What do you think?To explore fundraising coaching deeper and to schedule an exploratory session, visit ServingNonprofits.com.Music credit: Woeisuhmebop

"... Be careful what you water your dreams with. Water them with worry and fear and you will produce weeds that choke the life from your dream. Water them with optimism and solutions and you will cultivate success..."This week, I am reading quotes from Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu from his various works.Reflection questions:Are you watering your fund development goals with worry and desperation?  Or, are you watering them with kindness and optimism?How are you embracing the saying, “do your work, and then step back. The only path to serenity”?Copyright expired.What do you think?To explore fundraising coaching deeper and to schedule an exploratory session, visit ServingNonprofits.com.Music credit: Woeisuhmebop

"Living generously. . . also often provides new learning experiences and exposure to sides of life and society that would have otherwise remained unknown."This week, I’m reading a quote from The Paradox of Generosity by Christian Smith and Hilary Davidson. 2014 edition.Reflection questions: How are we inviting donors, especially new donors, to encounter our missions and feel that sense of belonging?How are we being both patient and intentional about helping donors expand their horizons and understand our missions? To purchase this book: The Paradox of Generosity by Christian Smith and Hilary Davidson. Copyright: Oxford University Press 2014. Reproduced with permission of the Licensor through PLSclear.What do you think?To explore fundraising coaching deeper and to schedule an exploratory session, visit ServingNonprofits.com.Music credit: Woeisuhmebop