Benevolent Bon Mot

Visit this page to find links to Bon Mot blogs and other useful information about nonprofit organizations, the charitable sector, and volunteering.

Have questions?  Feel free to post them here.  I’m happy to help you navigate your nonprofit experiences.  And, who knows, maybe your inquiries will inspire a blog post!

Thoughts on Holiday Giving

Giving Beyond the Angel Tree

Cash NOT Cans: In Defense of Monetary Support for Food Pantries 

Creative Charity Series

Leading up to the holiday season, I’ll present a series of blog posts highlighting some of the most creative and innovative charitable opportunities in the North Texas community.  Because #creativecharity puts the FUN in FUNdraising.

Post 1 – September 30, 2018 – All Aboard the Charity Train! 
The Trains at Northpark exhibit hosts thousands of visitors every season and has become a holiday tradition for many families.  But many visitors aren’t aware that Trains is a major fundraising event for the Ronald McDonald House of Dallas.  Read the full post here. 

Post 2 – October 3, 2018 – A Scary Good Cause: Boo to You!
Children’s Medical Center’s inaugural “Buy a BOO!” sign program is a scary creative idea to support an amazing organization while spreading the spirit of the Halloween.  Read the post, here, if you dare!

Post 3 – October 24, 2018 – Benevolent Bargains: The Genius of the Family Place Partners Card
The Family Place Partners Card sits at the intersection of discount shopping, fundraising program genius, and support of a very worthy cause.  Check out the post here.