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Discover how Dress for Success Columbus turned an interim leadership transition into lasting results. In this video, Executive Director Habiba Bankston shares how maternity leave support evolved into a transformative partnership that strengthened development goals and fueled organizational growth.
September 29, 2025
Leadership transitions are critical change moments for organizations. In 2025, as nonprofits navigate economic uncertainty, evolving workforce challenges, and heightened scrutiny around how to talk about equity, these transitions carry even greater weight. To ensure your next leader is well-positioned to move your organization forward, you need to take a step back and assess your
September 29, 2025
In 2023, Help & Hope Center engaged Benefactor Group to conduct a feasibility study for a potential campaign to reimagine the physical space. The study assessed organizational readiness, donor engagement, and fundraising potential. Ultimately, the board decided to invest in building capacity across the development department and strengthening donor relationships to set the organization and
September 29, 2025
In 2019, National 4-H Council engaged Benefactor Group to conduct a campaign planning study. Benefactor Group evaluated the feasibility of raising funds for a special initiative while sustaining and elevating ongoing contributed revenue—resulting in a nine-figure comprehensive campaign target goal.
September 29, 2025
Published in 2024 by Wiley Press, The Endowment Handbook by Benefactor Group Founder & Principal Laura J. MacDonald, CFRE, is the most comprehensive and up-to-date guide on building endowments, reserves, and enduring donor relationships in decades. It reflects key changes in donor behavior, market performance, and societal perceptions caused by the Tax Cuts and Jobs
September 29, 2025
In this episode of Uncommon Leaders—a series on nonprofit leadership—Chris Mundell, VP for Institutional Engagement at Columbus College of Art & Design, shares how he inspires teams, fosters innovation, and advances the College’s mission with creativity and purpose.
September 25, 2025
How does a nonprofit turn strategy into measurable results? Ali Colbran, Senior Director of Development at Feeding San Diego, sat down with Benefactor Group Vice President Abby Shue to share how a development assessment and capacity building partnership helped the organization strengthen its individual giving program.
August 26, 2025

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