PINCHING PENNIES

Non-profits are pinching their pennies so hard their fingers are bleeding!

• Food lines are stretching further out the door.

• The arts are shrinking and dying.

• Community mental and public health services are being curtailed.

• Education is waaaay underfunded.

The list goes on and on.

The last thing charities should do is put their heads in the sand. They need to keep making the compelling case, inviting people to participate in giving through tough economic times.

On March 27th I am hosting a free symposium in Evanston for Chicago-area non-profits to discuss the economics of philanthropy right now and methods for long-term fundraising success, cost-cutting and innovation. Participants will receive relevant materials, share information and network with colleagues in the field.

"Fundraising in This Economic Crisis, Unearthing Potential," 12:30 - 3:30 at the Unitarian Church, 1330 Ridge, Evanston, IL 60201 Register at kamblake@aol.com.