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Just one day left! Join us from 8:15 - 10am ET at Uncommon Schools tomorrow morning as our colleague, Guirlaine Ritha Belizaire, shares practical, real-world examples of how AI can transform your fundraising. Don’t miss out—secure your spot today: https://dgddi.co/3VIT5ha #fundraising #ai #developmentguild #NonprofitLeadership

🚀 Curious about how AI is transforming fundraising? Join our colleague Guirlaine Ritha Belizaire on the panel at, "AI in Action - Everyday AI for Development Professionals", hosted by Women In Development, NY! 📅 October 1, 2025 🕗 8:15–10:00 a.m. 📍 Uncommon Schools Enjoy coffee and networking, then hear from fundraising leaders on how AI is driving strategy, sparking creativity, and strengthening donor relationships. 👉 Spots are limited—reserve your seat today and be part of the conversation: https://dgddi.co/4gGv0Bg

We’re thrilled to welcome Paul Carragher as Development Guild’s new Vice President of Business Development and Sales! With more than 20 years of experience supporting mission-driven nonprofits, Paul brings a passion for building relationships, strengthening partnerships, and driving meaningful impact. 👉 Learn more about Paul and connect with him here: https://dgddi.co/4n8jUqO

👏 Congratulations to Arianna Hamilton, Ed.D. on her new role as Donor Relations Director at The Salvation Army SWONEKY Division! Arianna brings 9+ years of development experience from the University of Dayton, where she built meaningful donor relationships, re-engaged lapsed supporters, and inspired transformational gifts. In her new role, she will manage a portfolio of major donors and prospects while collaborating with colleagues to advance The Salvation Army’s mission across the region. 👉 Learn more about Arianna—and how Development Guild can help your organization find exceptional talent—here: https://dgddi.co/3KbGobT

👏 Congratulations to Patricia McGoldrick (Patty) on her new role as Divisional Director of Advancement at The Salvation Army Eastern Pennsylvania & Delaware Division! With nearly 30 years of experience—including leadership at Villanova University and United Way—Patty brings deep expertise in major gifts, campaign leadership, and donor engagement. In her new role, she will lead advancement efforts to strengthen support for The Salvation Army’s programs across the region. 👉 Learn more about Patty and how Development Guild can help your organization find exceptional talent here: https://dgddi.co/48jmvJX

👏 Congratulations to Lindsay Nash on her new role as Chief of Staff at Emily's Entourage! With 15 years of nonprofit leadership experience, including nearly a decade at the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI), Lindsay is well prepared to lead internal operations and advance their mission to accelerate lifesaving breakthroughs and a cure for the final 10% of the cystic fibrosis community. 👉 Learn more about Lindsay and how Development Guild can help your organization find exceptional talent here: https://dgddi.co/4nNHoll

What does it really take to keep great people? Hint: It’s more than competitive salaries or flashy perks. In her latest article, Guirlaine Ritha Belizaire, our VP of Innovation, makes the case for conscious leadership—a practice rooted in empathy, authenticity, and self-awareness. These commitments don’t just strengthen culture; they help retain talent and ensure your organization lives its values every day. 👉 Explore the 3 key commitments leaders can make today: https://dgddi.co/3GT4kQg #ConsciousLeadership #NonprofitLeadership #DEI #EmployeeRetention #LeadershipDevelopment #DevelopmentGuild

When was the last time you paused to reflect on your unconscious biases? For nonprofit leaders, self-awareness isn’t optional—it’s essential. Recognizing and addressing bias helps you make more intentional, equitable decisions—from hiring and promotion to collaboration and community engagement. If you’re not sure where to start, Harvard’s Implicit Association Tests are a powerful first step. They explore bias across race, ethnicity, religion, age, and more. A special thank-you to Guirlaine Ritha Belizaire, our VP of Innovation, for guiding our team through these assessments and leading a thoughtful, solutions-focused discussion. Ready to start your own reflection? Take Harvard's IAT here: https://dgddi.co/40Qm71b #DiversityEquityInclusion #UnconsciousBias #InclusiveLeadership #DEI #ProfessionalGrowth #EquityInAction #WorkplaceInclusion #NonprofitLeadership

Bold missions need bold fundraising. If you’re planning a campaign, facing a leadership gap, or rethinking your fundraising strategy, the clock is ticking—and we can help. At Development Guild, we partner with nonprofits to build the fundraising capacity needed to hit big goals. From feasibility studies to implementation, our team brings the expertise and hands-on support to keep your fundraising moving forward. Don’t wait for the right moment—create it. 👉 Let’s talk about getting your fundraising where it needs to be: https://dgddi.co/45BwpoC #NonprofitLeadership #FundraisingStrategy #CampaignPlanning #InterimLeadership #DevelopmentGuild #Philanthropy

Now Hiring: Vice President, Best Buddies Challenges and Cyclist Engagement | Best Buddies International Lead the iconic Best Buddies Challenge series—signature cycling events that raise millions to support inclusion for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. In this role, you’ll be responsible for managing the Cycling Challenges and Breakaway Camps with the goal of significantly increasing revenue with the ultimate goal of raising $100M annually as an organization. 📍 Hybrid (Miami, Boston, New York) | 💼 $200K+ 👉 Learn more & apply: https://dgddi.co/4mAyirv #NonprofitLeadership #ExecutiveSearch #EventFundraising #BestBuddies #CyclistEngagement #DevelopmentGuild