Association of Philanthropic Counsel

05/26/2026

You cannot receive what you don't give. Outflow determines inflow. — Eckhart Tolle

05/25/2026

APC has been an enriching experience through the relationships developed and the professionalism experienced through specialized seminars for nonprofit consulting.

05/25/2026

Join Us for the Next APC Member Roundtable

The Shifting Language of Philanthropy

Clear, compelling communication is essential to advancing your mission. Diane Gedeon-Martin of The Write Source, LLC leads this interactive discussion on how the language of philanthropy is evolving—and how you can adapt to connect more effectively with your audiences.

Together, we’ll explore how to capture attention from the first line, simplify complex ideas without losing meaning, and choose words that resonate in today’s environment. Topics will include refining outdated terminology, balancing data with readability, and strengthening your message through proven writing techniques.

We’ll cover:
-Moving from legacy descriptors to clearer, more accessible language
-Deductive vs. inductive writing styles
-Applying “show, don’t tell” techniques from fiction writing
-Identifying high-impact language that engages your audience

Wednesday, May 20, 2026
1:00 PM Central | 2:00 PM Eastern

Free for APC Members

Member Roundtable: The Shifting Language of Philanthropy on Wed May 20 2026, 1:00pm CDT: Topic: The Shifting Language of Philanthropy ...

05/24/2026

Philanthropy’s Most Important Metric Is the One It Never Measures (Blog) ... curated from the Stanford Social Innovation Review.

We judge philanthropic capital's impact by what it builds while it is building. We should judge by what stands, without it, after the grant has ended.

05/23/2026

Everyone can be great because everyone can serve. — Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

05/23/2026

Donor-advised funds are growing fast — but they're still widely misunderstood by the advisors and consultants working with donors every day.
APC is hosting a webinar on June 3 that cuts through the confusion: "What Advisors Need to Know About DAFs to Serve Their Clients Strategically."
Presenter Ted Hart, ACFRE has overseen more than $4.6 billion in grants across 135+ countries and authored The DAF Revolution. He'll share practical strategies for engaging clients in meaningful philanthropic conversations, navigating DAF transparency, and supporting long-term legacy planning.
📅 Wednesday, June 3 | 1:00 PM Central / 2:00 PM Eastern 💻 Virtual | 1 hour ✅ Free for APC members | $39 for non-members
Register: https://apcinc.org/events-calendar/ #!event/register/2026/6/3/apc-hosted-webinar-what-advisors-need-to-know-about-dafs-to-serve-their-clients-strategically

05/22/2026

What If Philanthropy Hoarded Uncertainty, Not Money?Katya Fels Smyth Senior Fellow, Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, Indiana University ... curated from The Center for Effective Philanthropy

Responding to CEP's recent report on the state of nonprofits, Katya Fels Smyth asks what would change if philanthropy took on a greater share of uncertainty?

05/20/2026

A Path Through AI Overwhelm (Blog) ... curated from the Stanford Social Innovation Review.

Many social impact leaders feel pressure to engage with AI but are overwhelmed and lack a clear starting point. Four fundamental questions can help frame early conversations, grounding AI strategy in purpose, organizational capacity, and values.

05/19/2026

What Advisors Need to Know About DAFs to Serve Clients Strategically

Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) are among the fastest-growing vehicles in philanthropy—yet they remain widely misunderstood by both nonprofits and donors. This timely session goes beyond the basics to examine the evolving role of advisors in today’s philanthropic landscape.

Drawing on practical, real-world strategies, advisors will gain insights to foster more meaningful client conversations and move beyond transactional giving toward becoming true strategic partners in philanthropy.

This program is presented by Ted Hart, ACFRE, CDE®, CAP®—a globally recognized philanthropy executive, author, and trusted advisor to donors, foundations, corporations, and nonprofit leaders. Attendees will also have the opportunity to receive one of three complimentary audiobook copies of The DAF Revolution: Making a Difference in Our Modern World.

Free for APC members | $39 for non-members
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
1:00 PM Central | 2:00 PM Eastern

https://apcinc.org/events-calendar/ #!event/2026/6/3/apc-hosted-webinar-what-advisors-need-to-know-about-dafs-to-serve-their-clients-strategically

05/19/2026

The best thing to do with the best things in life is to give them away. — Dorothy Day