Buckle Up…It Could Be a Bumpy Ride

Here’s what we know: The United States has a new set of rules for income taxation.
Here’s what we don’t know: What do these new rules mean to philanthropic giving?
Individuals and businesses are struggling to figure out what impact, if any, the new tax law has on them.
From Volunteer to Full-Time Development Director with Natasha Lebowitz

One school, one mission, one campus. That vision inspired Natasha Lebowitz to accept a position on the board for the Atlanta Jewish Academy. But what started as a volunteer position moved into full-time dedication as Natasha became Development Director for the school. In this podcast, she and Alexander Haas CEO, David King talk about thatRead More From Volunteer to Full-Time Development Director with Natasha Lebowitz
Team Member Spotlight: Mark Belcher

Mark’s extensive professional experience and education position him well to serve a variety of Alexander Haas clients. Mark shares how he keeps track of industry trends and why the number of healthcare organizations in need of fundraising counsel continue to grow.
Tax Reform and Nonprofit Clout

What impact did the not-for-profit community have as it conveyed its concerns about the bill’s potential dampening effect on giving? The Chronicle of Philanthropy provides a perspective.
Auburn University
Alexander Haas doesn’t try to impose upon us a cookie cutter approach. They made a point of embedding… Jane DiFolco Parker, Auburn University
Setting the Stage for Endowment Compliance

It is wise to carefully monitor endowment funds, not only for investment growth, which is often the primary concern of boards or investment committees, but also to ensure the intent of the donor is at the forefront.
Follow Your Passion, Select the Right Clients with James Hackney

James Hackney joins Alexander Haas President and CEO, David King to share how he followed his passion and became Senior Director of Development for Yale Divinity School in the spring of 2014. Currently leading the School’s efforts to raise $200,000,000 and meet 100% of student financial aid need by 2022, James details how previously beingRead More Follow Your Passion, Select the Right Clients with James Hackney
Patience and Persistence Pays Off

Patience and persistence paid off the campaign concluded in 2015 with $105 million raised against the $80 million goal, fulfilling the secret dream that MTSU’s 100th anniversary would be celebrated with a $100 million+ Centennial Campaign.
2017: A Very Important Tax Year

As the House and Senate work on reconciling the details of their two tax plans, there is one thing we know for sure: Change is coming in 2018.
Team Member Spotlight: Sandra Kidd

Sandra K. Kidd, Partner, provides a wide range of results-oriented services to clients including Board planning and development, fundraising assessment studies, campaign strategy studies, campaign direction, staff development and general consulting. Her areas of expertise cover campaign planning and management, working with Boards and campaign leadership committees, and major and planned giving consultation. In thisRead More Team Member Spotlight: Sandra Kidd