Real Talk for Real Fundraisers

Supporting Black & Brown Fundraisers in the Non-Profit Sector


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When people of color are not allowed to speak for themselves or their voices are not heard, there’s a psychological toll that often leads to burnout. Black and Brown fundraisers are leaving their organizations because they feel isolated and unwelcome. So, what’s the role of the non-profit sector in fighting systemic racism? How can leaders support Black and Brown staff?

This is an important conversation all leaders need to be a part of, which is why we invited a special guest to join us for this episode. Kia Croom is a fundraising executive with over 20 years of experience. To date, she’s raised close to $400 million dollars for non-profits of all sizes and varieties. She’s worked in a host of development roles and is very passionate about racial justice in philanthropy.

If you want to be a force for racial justice, but are still learning, like so many of us, this episode is for you. We’re glad you’re here.

Show Highlights: In this episode, you’ll learn about…

  • Recognizing barriers and bias in yourself and in your organization
  • Burnout in Black and Brown employees
  • What it means to be an accomplice, not just an ally, in support of racial equity
  • How non-profit leaders can normalize inclusion
  • How to give voice to and amplify the contributions of people of color
  • How to create a workplace where black and brown staff feel welcome to show up as their authentic selves
  • Veritus Group is passionate about partnering with you and your organization throughout your fundraising journey. We believe that the key to transformative fundraising is a disciplined system and structure, trusted accountability, persistence, and a bit of fun. We specialize in mid-level fundraising, major gifts, planned giving, developing compelling donor offers, and strategic leadership and organizational development. You can learn more about we can partner with you at www.VeritusGroup.com.

    Additional Resources:

    • Learn more about Kia Croom
    • What Makes a Good Non-Profit Leader
    • The Confidence to Have Tough Conversations (featuring DEI consultant Brandyn Campbell)
    • ...more
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