Author: Patrick Coleman

Patrick Coleman is the president and CEO of GiveCentral. He has spoken nationally on topics of negotiations, strategic sourcing and operations management, and is a strong advocate for the disadvantaged in the community. He has served as board president for the United Way of Elk Grove Village and as a member of both Talkline/Kidsline and Public Action to Deliver Shelter (PADS) Boards. His diverse educational pursuits include a Master of Management Degree from Northwestern University; a Master of Divinity and Baccalaureate in sacred theology from University of St. Mary of the Lake, and a B.S. in foreign service from Georgetown University.

Time Will Tell:Fundraising Study Shares Nonprofit Insights

Put yourself in your donor's shoes. The frenzy of the morning rush. Workdays packed with meetings and deadlines. Add to that the round-the-clock dema ...

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New study reveals insights on donor giving habits

Knowing your audience is critically important. Understanding their habits, interests, what motivates them and their charitable preferences are importa ...

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What does your groundhog predict?

I for one am thrilled that Punxsutawney Phil didn't see his shadow this morning... bring on spring! This annual ritual, where a groundhog predicts the ...

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Words to live by: Inspiration from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

As the nation celebrates the birthday of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and honors the accomplishments of this visionary leader, I am struck by wha ...

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Great things are happening! The value of a hands-on approach

I get a great deal of pleasure and fulfillment sharing the success stories of our clients, and I've started to document some of the more notable succe ...

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Nonprofit Communication As A Key To Success : A Case Study

Developing a successful nonprofit communication strategy takes some work. But when it improves your ability to inform, invite and involve those you a ...

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‘Tis the season for giving

Holiday Giving 'Tis the Season for Donations While Christmas is still more then seven weeks away, a trip to the mall or a dial of the radio says oth ...

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