Over 100 attendees joined us on Thursday, June 11, for our reimagined virtual Annual Meeting. WID’s President, Kellen Epstein, shared an update about the organization’s plans for the future. We also elected our new board members and paid tribute to our retiring board members.
Over 100 attendees joined us for a webinar with “Joy Ambassador” Peggy Burns, Associate Dean, Harvard University’s Graduate School of Education where she discussed the importance of fostering joy to improve employee satisfaction and success in the workplace.
Development is creative work, enriched by the individuality of the professionals advancing the philanthropic community’s myriad missions and services. WID is committed to build, sustain, and celebrate a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) that reflects and enhances this creativity.
Welcome to our newest members:
Name: Jyothsna BuddharajuTitle & Organization: Senior Director of Special Initiatives, Boston University
Nonprofits leaders continue to look forward in many ways. At the top of this conversation is how is the fundraising profession a more responsible partner to the black community?
Did you know May is Mental Health Awareness Month? We know as a busy development professional, taking care of your mental health isn’t always at the top of your list. This month, make a promise to take a moment to check-in with yourself.
Welcome to our newest members:
Name: Joana OrtizTitle & Organization: Interim Executive Director, Boston Women’s Workforce Council
On Thursday, May 7, 2020 WID held a webinar featuring a panel of 4 speakers representing the healthcare, higher education, social services, and arts sectors who spoke about how they are managing teams responding to the COVID-19 crisis.
On April 28, 2020 Women in Development, in partnership with CCS Fundraising and the Association of Fundraising Professionals of Massachusetts, presented a webinar “Donor Motivations in Times of Crisis with Mike Sheehan”
On April 20, 2020 Women in Development, in partnership with CCS Fundraising and the Association of Fundraising Professionals of Massachusetts, presented a webinar on “Fundraising in a Virtual World: Stories From the Front Line”
On April 13, 2020 Women in Development, in partnership with CCS Fundraising and the Association of Fundraising Professionals of Massachusetts, presented a webinar on “One Month Down: Lessons Learned & Planning for the Next 100 Days”
April is National Volunteer Appreciation Month. At WIDGB, we are so thankful for each member and volunteer who makes our organization stronger. As we continue to navigate the paths of our organizations during this crisis, here are two resources that may help you as you consider the people who volunteer for your organization:
Name: Elsa Gomes Bondlow Title & Organization: Vice President of Growth and Partnership Development, Building Impact
Congratulations to our members who have recently changed positions:
On April 6, 2020 Women in Development, in partnership with CCS Fundraising and the Association of Fundraising Professionals of Massachusetts, presented a webinar on “Pivoting Your Case for Support and Fundraising Plan: Relevant Action Steps in the Time of COVID-19”.
On March 30, 2020 Women in Development, in partnership with CCS Fundraising and the Association of Fundraising Professionals of Massachusetts, presented a webinar on “How to Engage Donors When Your Community Goes Virtual.”
Thu Mar 30, 2023The Symbiotic Relationship Between Frontline Fundraisers and Development Operation Roles Category: Monthly Programs |
Thu Apr 27, 2023WID Members Only Power Hour- Executive Functioning 101: Tools for Turning Procrastination into Task Initiation Category: Membership Programs |
