Burnout is one of those topics that it seems like we talk about often, but at the same time, don’t seem to do much about. One of our theories? We’re always trying to stem burnout once its already happened. Our suggestion? Begin employing employee engagement strategies that encourage and help create safety nets to prevent…
Starfish Impact team member Jen Barth shares her insights for the most useful research resources this year. As we settle into 2016, many organizations are gearing up to launch new programs and campaigns for the year ahead. Before diving in, though, have you carefully considered how much you know about the communities and stakeholders you…
You’ve done your research, you’ve read all the resources we gave you last month, and now you’re ready to move forward with impact investing! But how to do that? Impact investing allows you to align your financial interests with your charitable priorities, so you need to first identify the values that speak to you. Do…
Impact investing is one of those buzz words lately and Starfish Impact is excited to start sharing regular posts on the topic from our talented team and also from expert guest contributors. We know that there are plenty of resources to sift through and learn about impact investing for individuals and families. Read on to…
With the holidays approaching, we wanted to share a few ideas from our giving guide for gifts that mean something as you shop this year for your loved ones. We believe that you can find fun, cute, and interesting gifts that also serve a purpose – from employing underserved women around the corner to empowering families…
To start our tips for talking to foundation program officers, remember to always read through and follow any instructions available. If they are not a responsive foundation, don’t call and ask if you can submit a grant request. If the foundation focuses on youth issues and your program is only tangentially about youth, it’s okay to…