Philanthropica News
Welcoming Danielle home
In Atlantic Canada, there is always talk about home. You’ll hear people ask, “when are you moving home?” “How long have you been gone from home?” “Is this home for you?” Today Philanthropica has someone coming home, and we want to shout it from the top of Signal Hill to the floor of the Bay of Fundy, from Anne’s house
Job Posting: Director of Development, CFTAU
Canadian Friends of Tel Aviv University (CFTAU) is seeking an enthusiastic, talented and experienced fundraising professional to join our small and ambitious team. Reporting to, and working closely with the Executive Director, the Director of Development is responsible for fundraising, donor relations, communications, events and the advancement of CFTAU. Working in collaboration with CFTAU’s stakeholders, this individual will help
Job Posting: Chief Operating Officer, Agence Ometz
Ometz is looking for a dynamic and experienced Chief Operating Officer (COO) to join their executive team. Ometz is a charitable organization that supports and strengthens individuals and families through a range of employment, immigration, school and social services. Their work is guided by our core values: self-sufficiency, inclusivity, human dignity, caring communities and excellence. CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER (COO) Full
Newsletter from Philanthropica
NOW is the Time to Fundraise As experienced by many, the pandemic has brought challenging times to Philanthropica. Over the past months we have seamlessly transitioned to support our clients remotely and continued to provide our full range of services. To help non-profits navigate the uncertainty we published a blog series, Fundraising in the Time of Coronavirus, providing guidance on how to adapt, innovate
Fundraising in the Time of Coronavirus | Time for Innovation
The third post in our blog series focuses on mobilizing fundraising for ALL non-profits, not just those responding directly to the pandemic. Time to Innovate Since last writing, the pandemic has become a long-term crisis that will have deep economic and financial implications for everyone. A vast range of non-profits will provide vital services during the times of hardship that
Fundraising in the Time of Coronavirus | Impact of COVID-19 on Fundraising
The second post in our blog series to help your organization navigate the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Impact of COVID-19 on Fundraising Asking for money when people are busy dealing with the impact of COVID-19 is a tough beat. However, we must be careful not to make assumptions about how your donors will respond – you may be
Fundraising in the Time of Coronavirus | Strategic Planning around COVID-19 by the Board
Currently, our only certainty is uncertainty. Planning around uncertainty is difficult but essential to ensure the long-term sustainability of your organization and the continued support of the community you serve. To help you navigate through these unprecedented times, Philanthropica is posting a blog series on how to fundraise in the time of coronavirus. We prefer Love in the Time of
Job Posting: Chief Executive Officer, Sylvan Adams YM-YWHA
The Sylvan Adams YM-YWHA seeks an energetic, action-oriented and passionate Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the organization through a chapter of revitalization and growth. Please contact tamara@philanthropica.ca for more information. Chief Executive Officer Sylvan Adams YM-YWHA Montreal Jewish Community Centre The YM-YWHA was created over 100 years ago. It is a member-driven organization that responds to the needs
New $800M Social Finance Fund Canada
Canadian government commits $800 million towards a Social Finance Fund, $50 million towards investment readiness. Philanthropica’s Camilla Leigh can offer the latest insights into Social Finance from the University of Oxford. Call us to find out more how your organization can benefit from the government’s initiative (514 928 3599).
Culinary Showdown raises $1.1M for breast cancer research
Philanthropica’s very own Tamara Granatstein’s unique skills as a peer-to-peer fundraising coach helped the Breast Cancer Research Foundation and the Jewish General Hospital to raise $1.1M for a great cause. Call us if you’d like to learn how peer-to-peer fundraising coaching can help to boost your fundraising results. Culinary Showdown whets appetite for more
GoodBox “Thinking Inside the Box”
Philanthropica’s Camilla Leigh has joined UK based start-up GoodBox as a Non-Executive Director. Providing cutting edge contactless payment donation solutions for non-profit organizations, GoodBox is set to transform charitable giving in the UK and globally. “In an age where we carry less and less cash, giving people the ability to donate by card is an essential innovation. GoodBox brings charity box giving up to date with
BDO Philanthropica Seminar Register Here
“How Risk Management and Strategic Planning can Improve Fundraising” Click here to register Non-profit organizations are not immune to risk. The changing landscape of wealth and philanthropy in Canada challenges the status quo and poses new risks. However, with the right tools, Board members and senior managers can manage risk. Paired with strategic planning, risk management can be key to
2017 Conference Series Anchor Presenter
Philanthropica’s Camilla Leigh is the anchor presenter for the Quebec Anglophone Heritage Network’s 2017 Conference Series ‘Diversifying Resources to Ensure the Advancement of Mission’, or DREAM 2017 for short! Presenting across Quebec, Philanthropica will bring practical tools and techniques to help community organizations grow their fundraising.
NEW CLIENT ANNOUNCEMENT: Dawson College $5M Campaign Counsel
Philanthropica is delighted to announce our new client, the Dawson College Foundation. Philanthropica will be providing Campaign Counsel for the College’s upcoming $5M Campaign to celebrate the College’s 50th anniversary.
Convene Canada 2016
Philanthropica’s very own Liz Gomery was delighted to be a speaker at the Association for Healthcare Philanthropy’s Canadian annual conference, 2016.