This is the 9^th in a series of 12 articles about mistakes I’ve made and lessons I’ve learned building a non-profit foundation since 1997.

Author’s Note: This is the 7th in a series of 12 articles I’m writing on mistakes and learning in building our foundation since 1997.

Author’s note: This is the sixth article in a series of 12 describing mistakes I’ve made in building a foundation.  My hope is that they are helpful to you in your own philanthropic efforts.

One of my favorite cousins, Mike Murphy, teases bartenders by saying “I’m searching for the second best martini in America.”

Author’s Note:  This is the 4^th in a series of 12 articles meant to share my trials and my errors in starting up and building The Business of Good.  They are intended to help anyone who pursues a noble cause.

Authors Note:  This is the third in a series of 12 articles I’m writing to share my experience, often “what not to do”, from building our foundation over the last 14 years.

Author’s note: This is the second in a series of articles regarding the mistakes I’ve made in developing our foundation over these first 14 years.  A friend recently sent me a book titled, “Success Always Begins With Failure”.   I love that title and hope that my failures shared will give you some tips for your own giving journey. [more]

This is my first article for our new website. I intend to dedicate most of my first year of writing for the site to sharing what I’ve learned as I grow in service to others.

Engaged philanthropy is a never ending journey of learning how best to make a positive impact in the organizations we serve.  I have learned some important lessons along the way. [more]