Acknowledgments
Just like we say when recognizing donors, “This book was made possible by the generous contributions of many.”
First, I start with Tom Ahern. Not because he is my life partner but because of his profession: donor communications specialist. He's taught me to write better, much better. He challenges me professionally. He reads and edits my stuff—including three editions of this book. Thank you, colleague Tom.
Thanks to Sarah C. Coviello, CFRE, excellent collegial resource. Always there to brainstorm and strategize with me; to explore angles and directions. And thanks to dearest friend, Sarah, always there to support me.
Thanks to my clients and my volunteer gigs that graciously gave me permission to use work we produced together: Audubon Society of Rhode Island, Steel Yard, United Way of Dutchess County, Wethersfield (CT) Library, Women's Fund of Rhode Island, Women's Foundation of Southern Arizona, and the YMCA of Greater Providence. Thanks, too, to the Jewish Community Foundation of Southern Arizona.
Thank you to the cohorts at Saint Mary's University. You challenge and engage and inspire me. And you give me great ideas and quotes for my writings.
Thank you to the authors and scholars and practitioners in the philanthropic sector. Your research and experience informs my own work.
Most especially, thank you to all who give their time and money and passion in order to build strong, healthy, and vibrant communities.
And finally, thanks again to Tom, this time as my ...
