November 26, 2025
August 17, 2025

Karen Haggen – Building a Legacy Through Compassion and Generosity

At NANOE, we celebrate members who live out the conviction that donors are the lifeblood of mission. Few stories illustrate this better than that of Karen Haggen, Philanthropy Officer at PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center Foundation, who has dedicated more than 17 years to inspiring generosity across Whatcom County. Known as a servant leader, a connector, and a pillar of her community, Karen is a member of a team that has secured $100 million dollars […]
August 22, 2025

[PODCAST] Leadership in Crisis: Managing Dysfunction and Conflict – Chris Wong

Leadership in Crisis: Managing Dysfunction and Conflict In this episode, host Meghan Speer sits down with Chris Wong, founder and executive coach at Leadership Potential and a featured main stage speaker at this year’s Cause Camp. Drawing from his background as a licensed therapist turned leadership and organizational development expert, Chris shares practical strategies for nonprofit leaders—especially those who identify as “chronic people pleasers”—to navigate difficult conversations, balance accountability with support, and set clear boundaries […]
August 26, 2025

How to Build a Stewardship Matrix for Your Nonprofit

How to Build a Stewardship Matrix for Your Nonprofit Read any nonprofit fundraising guide, and they’ll all tell you the same thing: Personalization is the key to truly connecting with donors and securing their long-term support. However, trying to build personal relationships with hundreds or even thousands of donors can easily overwhelm your fundraising team. A stewardship matrix is like your nonprofit’s cheat sheet for delivering the right touchpoints to the right donors at the […]
August 29, 2025

[PODCAST] Breaking Barriers: How Digital Accessibility Can Transform Nonprofit Impact – Rebecca Prejean

Breaking Barriers: How Digital Accessibility Can Transform Nonprofit Impact In this eye-opening conversation, Rebecca Prejean, CEO and founder of EB Graphics Consulting, reveals a critical gap in nonprofit work that’s keeping organizations from truly serving their communities. Driven by her personal journey as a mother of a child with autism, Rebecca discusses how 14% of working-age African Americans have disabilities, yet this intersection of race and accessibility remains largely invisible in nonprofit conversations. She explains […]