The Beacon

By Lighthouse Counsel

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Episodes: 128

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Lighthouse Counsel partners with respected nonprofits to develop and implement strategies that increase mission awareness, organizational effectiveness and philanthropic support.

Episode Date
Leading Through the AI Era
May 26, 2026
What Great Boards Get Right
Apr 30, 2026
Leading Through Crisis Before It Is Too Late
Mar 24, 2026
Giving starts with identity, not persuasion
Mar 24, 2026
Leading Up to Move Vision into Action
Feb 25, 2026
The Signals Shaping Independent Schools
Feb 12, 2026
What Donor-Advised Fund Data Reveals About Donor Behavior
Jan 17, 2026
Leading with Moral Clarity in Complex Times
Dec 17, 2025
Tailoring Your Foundation Engagement Strategy
Dec 17, 2025
A First Look at “Leading Volunteers” with Dr. Howard Cohen
Dec 01, 2025
How federal tax changes will shape philanthropy and advancement
Nov 13, 2025
Building Community and the Future of Fundraising
Oct 23, 2025
Important insights into changes in tax laws and donor motivation
Sep 20, 2025
All About The Fund Raising School and Trends in the Charitable Sector
Sep 11, 2025
The Power of Mentoring: Fueling Growth in Fundraising Careers
Aug 29, 2025
The benefits of AFP membership in a changing charitable landscape
Aug 22, 2025
Great Fundraising Organizations — and How They Got That Way
Jul 31, 2025
Insights from visionary entrepreneur Maxine Clark – Part 2
Jul 09, 2025
Insights from visionary entrepreneur Maxine Clark
Jun 19, 2025
Are you telling your donors the right story in the right way?
Apr 25, 2025
Will Power: Easing into Conversations about Planned Giving
Apr 10, 2025
Do It Like Disney: Fundraising Insights from The Magic Kingdom
Mar 05, 2025
Board Meetings: Keeping Them Productive, Engaging and – Yes! – Fun
Feb 21, 2025
Mindful Living and its Impact on Leadership
Feb 04, 2025
Wisdom and insights from "The Complete Guide to Fundraising Management”
Jan 23, 2025
Keeping the lines of communication open
Jan 15, 2025
The role of community engagement in faith-based fundraising
Nov 20, 2024
Building a High-functioning Board
Nov 14, 2024
Uniting for Change
Oct 29, 2024
The 4 Rs (and a W) of Writing Successful Grant Proposals
Oct 23, 2024
Step Aside and Find Your Joy
Oct 18, 2024
Hurdles to leadership and how to overcome them
Oct 11, 2024
The importance of diversity, equity and inclusion for nonprofits
Oct 03, 2024
Keeping Board Members Active and Engaged
Sep 26, 2024
Insights from Musicians On Call on supporting and empowering volunteers
Sep 12, 2024
Building and empowering impactful nonprofit boards
Sep 12, 2024
Unlock your hidden genius to be a more effective leader
Aug 30, 2024
The ethical and responsible use of AI in fundraising
Aug 21, 2024
Stepping up as chair when your organization faces challenges
Aug 12, 2024
Fundraising is a project – insights on how to successfully manage it
Jul 29, 2024
Education and professional development for fundraisers
Jul 19, 2024
Exploring the CFO’s role in a nonprofit organization’s fundraising
Jun 13, 2024
A glimpse into the heart and mind of a philanthropic leader, volunteer and donor
May 23, 2024
Leadership succession planning for nonprofits
May 21, 2024
Institutional advancement: Outlining goals, managing expectations, measuring success
May 06, 2024
Reflections on 50 years in philanthropy
Apr 04, 2024
What Can Obi-Wan Kenobi Teach You About Major Gifts Fundraising?
Mar 28, 2024
Is your organization really ready for a capital campaign?
Mar 11, 2024
Addressing the special leadership and funding challenges of a boarding and day school
Mar 01, 2024
Those who give… receive: Living a ‘giveful’ life
Feb 28, 2024
How to Spot a Dysfunctional Organization
Feb 19, 2024
Technology for fundraising
Jan 19, 2024
Reflections on 40 years as an independent school headmaster
Jan 11, 2024
Connecting, not collecting: the critical importance of donor relationships
Dec 15, 2023
Latest Insights from The Fundraising Effectiveness Project
Nov 14, 2023
Insights from the legacy of fundraising great Doug Lawson
Oct 26, 2023
Insights from the Lake Institute on Faith & Giving on how to connect with faith-based donors
Oct 20, 2023
Participative leadership and how it can transform your nonprofit
Sep 17, 2023
Getting Your Board Comfortable – and Engaged – with Fundraising
Aug 09, 2023
Practical insights from the Giving USA 2023 Briefing
Jul 25, 2023
Five Essential Virtues for Life and Leadership
Jun 14, 2023
Fearless Leadership for Nonprofits
May 12, 2023
Education Leadership In The Pandemic Era
Apr 06, 2023
What’s Agitating Me Now — An Interview with Roger Craver
Mar 29, 2023
The Generosity Crisis and the Case for Radical Connection
Mar 09, 2023
Collaborating For Impact
Feb 22, 2023
Managing Your Nonprofit for Resilience
Feb 15, 2023
What You Need To Know About AFP
Jan 27, 2023
Fine-Tuning Public Relations For Nonprofit Fundraising
Jan 20, 2023
Getting your board on board with supporting your campaign
Jan 12, 2023
Cryptocurrency: Another way to meet donors where they are
Dec 29, 2022
Keeping Donors Engaged and Giving During a Crisis
Dec 19, 2022
Successful Strategies For Legacy Giving
Dec 15, 2022
Is It Time To Transform Your Fundraising?
Dec 09, 2022
Getting Out Of Your Comfort Zone As A Nonprofit Leader
Nov 27, 2022
The Magic of Major Gift Fairy Dust
Nov 16, 2022
How Nonprofits Can Erase The Poverty Mindset To Truly Thrive
Nov 08, 2022
Successful Leadership: Casting a bold vision – and following through
Oct 28, 2022
Making the Most of Giving Tuesday
Oct 24, 2022
How Nonprofits Can And Should Work Together For Greater Impact
Oct 18, 2022
Understanding Behavioral Science And Its Role In Fundraising
Oct 07, 2022
Countdown to Year-End
Sep 29, 2022
The Journey of African Americans and Philanthropy
Sep 25, 2022
Making the Ask: The artful science of high-value fundraising
Sep 01, 2022
Golden Nuggets: Simone Joyaux’s Wisest Words of Wisdom
Aug 11, 2022
A Practical Guide to Impactful Educational Leadership
Jul 27, 2022
Key Takeaways for Nonprofit Leaders from the Pandemic
Jun 28, 2022
Skillful relationship building that will keep your fundraising on par
May 18, 2022
Simple Lessons that Make Fundraising Easy
May 05, 2022
Harnessing the Power of Peer-to-Peer Fundraising for Your Organization
Mar 28, 2022
Responsive Fundraising and How You Can Treat All Donors Like Major Donors
Feb 11, 2022
Raising more money by guiding donors to budget for charitable giving
Jan 28, 2022
How Nonprofit Leaders Can Inspire and Empower Their Teams
Jan 20, 2022
Communicating with donors and staff during a crisis
Dec 03, 2021
Endowment Development
Nov 11, 2021
The Importance of Organizational Purpose in Impactful Nonprofits
Oct 22, 2021
Your Strategic Plan: How to Do It Right and Keep It Right
Sep 30, 2021
Continuing to do Good In Spite of a Worldwide Pandemic
Sep 20, 2021
Understanding the role of investment governance for nonprofits
Aug 31, 2021
Using Stories to Increase Planned Giving
Aug 19, 2021
Unpacking Critical Traits for Successful Nonprofit Leadership
Jul 23, 2021
Understanding Donor Motivation to Increase Giving, Engagement
Jul 02, 2021
Servant Leadership in the Nonprofit World
Jul 01, 2021
Hiring and Workplace Trends During and After COVID
Jun 15, 2021
Staying the Course During Changes in Leadership
Jun 08, 2021
The Importance of Diversity and Inclusivity in Philanthropy
Apr 01, 2021
Build Strong Corporate Donor Relationships
Feb 07, 2021
Engaging Genuinely and Effectively with the Hispanic and Latino Market
Jan 30, 2021
Advocating for Associations During COVID-19
Jan 22, 2021
Building Your Bench Strength
Jan 05, 2021
Strengthen Diversity and Inclusion in University Advancement
Dec 29, 2020
Strategic Relationship Building
Dec 03, 2020
Planned Giving During a Pandemic
Nov 25, 2020
Is Your Nonprofit’s Fundraising Automation Effective?
Nov 16, 2020
Building Relationships in Higher Education
Nov 16, 2020
Donor Tools For Planned Giving
Nov 12, 2020
Position Your Nonprofit to Stand Out
Nov 12, 2020
Understanding the Dynamics Between the Board and Head of School
Nov 10, 2020
Excel as a Fundraising Professional
Nov 10, 2020
Donor Data, Strategy and Security
Oct 27, 2020
University Advancement Through the Years
Oct 16, 2020
Creating Corporate Engagement for Your College
Oct 14, 2020
Breaking the Glass Ceiling in Higher Education
Oct 08, 2020
Planned Giving: Where to Start
Aug 25, 2020
Finding Virtual Gala Success
Aug 14, 2020
Avoid Arm's Length Fundraising
Aug 06, 2020
PR Lessons Learned Along the Way
Jul 29, 2020
Coordinating Communications and Fundraising
Jul 03, 2020