May 2025 – Edition 03

Cover Story

The abrupt halt in funding by USAID, one of the world’s largest aid agencies, has served as a wake-up call for the global development sector. With a staggering $60 billion in aid impacted, its ripple effects are being felt not just by direct recipients, but across entire ecosystems – among intermediaries, local partners, and collaborative networks alike.

Alumni Spotlight

This section highlights the inspiring journeys of three alumni from The ILSS Fundraising Program who transitioned from corporate careers to purpose-driven fundraising roles.

Guest Columns

In this edition, we feature two thought-provoking guest contributions that challenge conventional fundraising paradigms, rethinking them through hope and collective action.

Book Excerpt

An excerpt from Kevin L. Brown’s new book, Fundable & Findable: The Brand-New Way to Fix Your Nonprofit Fundraising

ILSS Conversation

This section explores the lessons from long-term, trust-based relationships between two leading nonprofit founders and philanthropic foundations.

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