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Economic Context and its Impact on Philanthropy in Canada: Forecast 2023-2024
As we begin the September 2023 school year, it is essential to be aware of what the economic situation was in the first months of the year and its potential impact on the philanthropic sector. To help you prepare for these challenges, we present a summary of predictions by the
8 strategies to reverse the downward trend in the number of donors
Philanthropy is constantly evolving, and charities must adapt to stay relevant and successful in this ever-changing field. One of the significant trends that the philanthropic sector needs to address collectively, is the reduction in the number of donors offset to date by the increase in the average donation, mainly attributable
Promotional Items: it’s time to take stock!
In our previous article on the 6 Steps to Building a Donor Loyalty Program, we learned how to engage someone and turn their interest in a cause into a direct investment. It is therefore, above all, essential to create a sincere and trusting relationship with them while offering them positive
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Career transition guide to the philanthropic sector
Want to give meaning to your career? Get started by downloading our free guide to career transition to the philanthropic sector. Download Philanthropy appeals to you, but you need to know more about the reality of the sector to better understand the jobs on offer and to define your added
2023 Jean Robert Nolet Scholarship
In recognition of its co-founder, BNP Philanthropic Performance created a fund in 2017 to annually award the Jean Robert Nolet Scholarship in order to encourage professionals and students of this sector to follow fundraising trainings. This $750 training and development scholarship will be used for 2023 to fund a portion
Media and Public Relations: In Philanthropy, How Important are They?
Today’s interview is with Mathilde Duval, who has been Communications, Marketing and Public Relations Officer with BNP Philanthropic Performance since January 2022. Following a five‑year program of study at a prestigious school of business administration in Paris, Mathilde completed a degree at McGill University in Montréal with a double major in
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Our prescription for wellbeing
Every January, there’s a cascade of articles on New Year’s resolutions for the next 12 months (we’re also guilty of this). But the first 31 days of the year seem to generate a striking consensus: we need to take care of ourselves and others. Indeed, the word goodwill is surely
Is your organization ready for hybrid work? Gearing Up for Fall 2021: A Hands-On Guide for the philanthropic sector
Only a couple of years ago, teleworking was uncommon. Since then, the pandemic has sparked an electronic revolution in human resources management for charitable organizations. Now, the issue is not whether your organization will offer teleworking, full‑time or part-time, as an option. The issue is how your corporate culture and
Why has the labour shortage hit the philanthropy sector so hard?
At a time when many organizations aren’t getting applications for long‑vacant positions, people ask us this question every day. To unpack the complexity of the situation and offer reassurance if your résumé inbox is underpopulated, Daniel H. Lanteigne, Senior Consultant with BNP Philanthropic Performance, offers some possible answers. The fundraiser
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Tom Shand provides his proven expertise in philanthropy to organizations in Western Canada!
Montreal, 14 September 2023 – The entire BNP Philanthropic Performance team is pleased to welcome Edmonton-based Tom Shand as Interim Regional Director, Western Canada. He brings his extensive fundraising experience to organizations across the western provinces. A career of service in healthcare After graduating from Queen’s University, Tom Shand began
Marc-Antoine Bélanger joins the Quebec team to help organizations bring their projects to fruition!
Montreal, August 15, 2023 – The entire BNP Philanthropic Performance team is pleased to welcome Marc-Antoine Bélanger as a consultant in philanthropy and government relations. He will provide strategic thinking and support to organizations in Quebec City and the Chaudière-Appalaches region of Quebec. Politics that serve the community Since 2014,
Marie-Josée Normand supports the philanthropic sector with her expertise in Human Resources
Montreal, August 1, 2023 – The entire BNP Philanthropic Performance team is pleased to welcome Marie-Josée Normand as Human Resources Advisor. She will use her many years of experience to find and propose ideal candidates to organizations in the fundraising sector who are looking for talent. Human Resources in the