Leadership

It's a perplexing question that often plagues observers of institutions, big or small: Why do some organizations seem to languish in...

Who are the power players in your community? Are they charismatic, creative leaders who get things done for the community? Is it...

Mega giving is a consistent and continuing American giving tradition, ultimately making mega-foundations more powerful now than they...

As a nation, we have endured unrepentant white supremacy, police violence, avoidable suffering, and economic despair this year. While...

This post was originally shared on June 14, 2020 by Jeff Olivet at jo consulting's blog. Jeff has worked in homelessness, behavioral health, and public health for more than 25 years. As a speaker, writer, and policy leader, he has shaped new directions for organizations across the United States and internationally. In addition to his work with jo consulting, Jeff is a Founding Partner at Racial Equity Partners.

I am not the same person I was in 2010. I resigned from a nonprofit fundraising job, accepted a Peace Corps placement, and became an...

It has been 10 weeks since the death of George Floyd and 21 weeks since the death of Breonna Taylor. Since their deaths, we have seen a...

The country is still reeling from the aftermath of the presidential elections. There is a lot at stake for marginalized communities. Many ar