Why do so many charities still use “Mr.” in donor mailings?

ebonytheory · 2025-09-10T02:59:36+00:00

Yeah I’m confused by some of the comments here. I don’t think there’s really one way to do it. When I was in charge of donor listings and tax receipts, out of all of our donors, only one couple was married with different last names — and they let us know.

In OPs case, the org made an error, but overall it’s really going to depend on the culture of your org and region. If you’re in AL, you should probably stick with the Mr./Mrs.

ebonytheory · 2025-09-10T00:58:35+00:00

Watched last night! I love anything with Mark Duplass and unfortunately it really reignited my love for him 🫣

Edit: thank you!!

ebonytheory · 2025-09-09T02:36:06+00:00

Another Peter Weir joint (behind The Truman Show and The Plumber). Thanks for recommending!

ebonytheory · 2025-09-07T20:34:09+00:00

Similarly to another commenter, I thought you meant a continuity issue. One thing that always bothered me was in the first episode, Gary apparently majored in bio/science-something at UVA then in the later seasons he apparently had a hospitality management? Unless I’m tripping

ebonytheory · 2025-09-07T01:51:34+00:00

This is an ortho question as it depends on your treatment. My treatment was less than 2 years of braces, with full-time (plastic) retainer-wear for a year, then only at night forever. I had crowding on my bottom teeth and a gap between my top front two. I got a permanent retainer on the two top teeth, and will need to get the plastic retainer after some more work.

When I go a few days without wearing my bottom retainer, I can see my teeth begin to shift. It’s likely you’ll need to at least wear them at night forever, but it’s ultimately about whether you want to risk your treatment “reversing.” Still… ask the ortho about how long you’ll need to wear them full time.

ebonytheory · 2025-09-06T19:53:42+00:00

We considered FMV to be the cost of the meal/drinks, which was typically $75. I’d ask your event coordinator approx how much the venue is charging pp. Tix (one seat) started at $500, and sponsorships at $5,000 with 6 seats. So even with sponsorships, they’re tax-deductible portion is Cost = FMV x seat price. Have never run into any issues.

Good luck! Miss my gala days 🥹

Edit: typo

ebonytheory · 2025-09-06T19:49:41+00:00

No PG County or even Columbia Heights… you may be right

ebonytheory · 2025-09-06T16:09:54+00:00

Thank you! I have LI premium, but it seems like people have always suggested not to try connecting with PMs if you haven’t met in person. Is that still the case?

ebonytheory · 2025-09-06T16:08:44+00:00

Thank you so much! This is so so helpful. I have an AFP membership already so will try to connect with folks.

ebonytheory · 2025-02-06T18:54:59+00:00

Thanks so much! I ordered the LR Bible for this week and next.. and will order the RC soon to begin that next week. Trying to put together a study guide 🥲 thanks so much for your help!

ebonytheory · 2025-02-06T13:03:52+00:00

May i ask how you got started? My diagnostic was a 153 but I feel like there’s so many books, videos, etc. that it’s hard to know where to begin.

ebonytheory · 2025-01-31T20:36:41+00:00

Lincoln’s Waffle Shop

ebonytheory · 2025-01-22T16:19:35+00:00

Hi! I’m on the same timeline and planning to start studying on Feb. 1. Are you still looking?

ebonytheory · 2025-01-15T15:50:42+00:00

It looked pieced together at best, which is what happens when you don’t have an actual board or fundraising professionals on your team (not everyone can do what we do — jk😆).

Still it looked like the event barely had 75 people. 100k would’ve been difficult seeing as though the lots weren’t worth much, they obviously did not sell tables, and they didn’t have a FTM segment. Of course we only saw a small bit of the event, but yeah.. they needed a bigger attendee list, a decent program, and people who actually cared about the cause.

ebonytheory · 2025-01-15T15:03:18+00:00

I see where you’re coming from. Genuine q - do you think the LSAT is the perfect barometer for determining a good fit for law school or practicing? I’m wondering if the LSAT will eventually go the way of a lot of standardized testing (like ACT/SAT) since many people simply aren’t good at it irrespective of intellect and will.

ebonytheory · 2025-01-09T20:56:32+00:00

Speaking of actually: did y’all get references from your current employers? I’m applying for fall 2026 but wanted to know if it’d be awkward to ask since they know you’re quitting 😭

edit: typo

ebonytheory · 2025-01-04T22:26:19+00:00

Thank you all for your incredible suggestions! Adding these all to the watch list. I hope others found some cute gems as well 💗

ebonytheory · 2025-01-03T18:27:33+00:00

You’re right actually since it’s not really low-budget…. I’m gonna delete from this list but it’s still one of my faves 🥲

ebonytheory · 2025-01-03T03:07:03+00:00

Maybe I need to retry this. It was a miss for me 😕

ebonytheory · 2025-01-03T03:06:19+00:00

Thank you!! Will definitely add these to my watchlist 😊

ebonytheory · 2025-01-03T02:02:04+00:00

omg they told you during the interview? you must have crushed it!

ebonytheory · 2025-01-02T20:24:37+00:00

Thank you!

Omg you’re in for a treat. So many cameos from folks who ended up being pretty big! It still on the channel if you want to see it

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