Building Donor Relationships with Captain Obvious at the Helm
Building Donor Relationships with Captain Obvious at the Helm

Building Donor Relationships with Captain Obvious at the Helm

Building Donor Relationships with Captain Obvious at the Helm We all know these things. They're simple, straightforward, basic, and obvious. But don't underestimate the power of these enduring truths. Don't [...]

Building Donor Relationships with Captain Obvious at the HelmSarah Plumb2026-07-24T18:17:17-05:00

What I Didn’t Understand About Board Work – Until I Was In Charge
What I Didn’t Understand About Board Work – Until I Was In Charge

What I Didn’t Understand About Board Work – Until I Was In Charge

What I Didn't Understand About Board Work - Until I Was In Charge I thought I was so ready to serve on another board. I was delighted to be asked. [...]

What I Didn’t Understand About Board Work – Until I Was In ChargeAliceRome2026-06-08T18:05:02-05:00

Stronger Fundraising Starts Before the Ask
Stronger Fundraising Starts Before the Ask

Stronger Fundraising Starts Before the Ask

Great fundraising doesn’t happen by accident. It happens with preparation. Too often, nonprofit leaders and board members are asked to participate in fundraising without the opportunity to practice the conversation. [...]

Stronger Fundraising Starts Before the AskSarah Shelton2026-06-08T18:04:32-05:00

Finding Balance: What a Stressful Year Taught Me About Rest, Joy, and Letting Go
Finding Balance: What a Stressful Year Taught Me About Rest, Joy, and Letting Go

Finding Balance: What a Stressful Year Taught Me About Rest, Joy, and Letting Go

Finding Balance: What a Stressful Year Taught Me About Rest, Joy, and Letting Go Last year was one of the most stressful years of my [...]

Finding Balance: What a Stressful Year Taught Me About Rest, Joy, and Letting GoSarah Shelton2026-01-29T07:21:39-06:00

Holiday Traditions and Intentions from The Rome Group Team
Holiday Traditions and Intentions from The Rome Group Team

Holiday Traditions and Intentions from The Rome Group Team

As the year comes to a close, the team at The Rome Group is pausing to reflect on the traditions that ground us and the intentions that help us [...]

Holiday Traditions and Intentions from The Rome Group TeamSarah Shelton2026-01-27T19:09:52-06:00

When the Going is Tough, the Tough Get Together
When the Going is Tough, the Tough Get Together

When the Going is Tough, the Tough Get Together

Whether you’re in a large or small nonprofit, a startup or a long-standing institution, working in the arts, animal welfare, education, human services, or social justice—you’re likely feeling uncertain, [...]

When the Going is Tough, the Tough Get TogetherSarah Shelton2025-12-11T13:50:03-06:00

30 Years of The Rome Group
30 Years of The Rome Group

30 Years of The Rome Group

30 Years of The Rome Group: A Legacy of Nonprofit Consulting & Community Impact For 30 years, The Rome Group has been a trusted partner for nonprofits, helping [...]

30 Years of The Rome GroupSarah Shelton2025-04-04T14:18:29-05:00

It’s Lonely At The Top
It’s Lonely At The Top

It’s Lonely At The Top

By Nikki Goldstein, MSW Consultant | Operations, Management, Board Development, Executive Coaching I clearly remember my first day on the job as Executive Director of a nonprofit. All [...]

It’s Lonely At The TopSarah Shelton2024-07-24T10:12:14-05:00

The Rome Group’s In & Outs for 2024
The Rome Group’s In & Outs for 2024

The Rome Group’s In & Outs for 2024

Disclaimer: This list should not be interpreted as an expert comment on trends in the nonprofit sector. This is simply a glimpse into The Rome Group’s collective sense of [...]

The Rome Group’s In & Outs for 2024Sarah Shelton2024-06-10T15:32:09-05:00