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Dear Reader,According to Emily Post, “Whenever two people come together, and their behavior affects one another, you hav...
08/25/2026

Dear Reader,

According to Emily Post, “Whenever two people come together, and their behavior affects one another, you have etiquette… it is not some rigid code of manners, it's simply how our lives touch one another.”

I feel that the same is absolutely true of philanthropy.

Philanthropy is not about how quickly we can secure a gift.

It is about whether we have become worthy of receiving one.

We earn that trust through the way we treat people, the care we take with their generosity, and the character we bring to the work long after the gift has been made.

Always with you in the work,

Melissa

08/20/2026

The best business system is not necessarily the most popular one. Melissa Erickson, CFRE, Founder of The Funding Studio, and Lisa Glenn Nobles, CEO and Principal of LGN Collab, discuss why understanding how people actually work, think, and collaborate is essential when choosing tools and building processes that teams will actually use.🙌

I always show up for my fiscally sponsored projects, and I’m excited for the opportunity to join Support Life And Music ...
08/20/2026

I always show up for my fiscally sponsored projects, and I’m excited for the opportunity to join Support Life And Music on the 🎶SXSW stage.

Facing the Musician Mental Health Crisis https://zurl.co/wqWAl

This session brings together music industry veterans and experts to confront the mental health challenges musicians have faced for decades, while focusing on something just as important: hope, progress, and what it will take to break the cycle.

Your vote matters and is truly appreciated. 💛

08/19/2026

Your organization needs a place where information, tasks, and processes can live as a single source of truth. Melissa Erickson, CFRE, Founder of The Funding Studio, and Lisa Glenn Nobles, CEO and Principal of LGN Collab, explain why choosing systems that fit your team’s workflow and working style can make the difference between a tool that sticks and one that gets abandoned.

Dear Reader,I think if we were to ask Emily Post she would say that all it takes to participate in the philanthropic pro...
08/18/2026

Dear Reader,

I think if we were to ask Emily Post she would say that all it takes to participate in the philanthropic process is an instinctual consideration for the feelings of others.

All it takes is to open your mind and heart to the idea that you can and will choose to be someone who cares about those around you, who tries to participate pleasantly and thoughtfully in your interactions with others as best you can.

It’s up to each of us to continually work on ourselves and ensure that [your work in philanthropy] remains about substance and character.

I believe this is where the real work of philanthropy begins.

Not with the ask, the pitch, or the perfect words, but with the daily practice of becoming the kind of person, leader, and steward who can be trusted with another person’s generosity.

May we earn that responsibility with care, character, and grace.

Always with you in the work,

Melissa

08/18/2026

You do not need to document every single thing you do. Melissa Erickson, CFRE, Founder of The The Funding Studio and Lisa Glenn Nobles, CEO and Principal of LGN Collab, share a simple rule of thumb: if you have completed a process more than three times, it may be time to document it and create a repeatable system that saves time and makes organizational knowledge easier to share.

08/17/2026

Your time is one of your organization’s most valuable resources. 💡
Melissa Erickson, CFRE, Founder of The Funding Studio, and Lisa Glenn Nobles, CEO and Principal of LGN Collab, discuss how identifying tasks that can be delegated or outsourced can give leaders more time to focus on growth, relationships, revenue, and the work where they create the greatest impact.

And one more PanelPicker proposal I’m excited to share! 📢 What will it take to build a film industry where creative car...
08/17/2026

And one more PanelPicker proposal I’m excited to share! 📢

What will it take to build a film industry where creative careers are actually sustainable?

The Indie Resonance: Bold New Resources For Indie Filmmakers 🎤 SXSW
https://zurl.co/H3sg8

This session brings together bold voices reimagining the film industry and tackling the systems that need to change, from funding and distribution to healthcare and long-term sustainability.

IG: Voting link in bio!

If this conversation resonates with you, I’d truly appreciate your vote! ✍️

This Month’s Masterclass at The Funding Studio ✨Join us with Lisa Glenn Nobles, CEO and Principal of LGN Collab, for a p...
08/17/2026

This Month’s Masterclass at The Funding Studio ✨

Join us with Lisa Glenn Nobles, CEO and Principal of LGN Collab, for a practical and energizing conversation about building stronger systems, supporting your people, and creating a healthier way to work.

Whether you are leading a nonprofit, growing a creative business, or simply trying to make your day-to-day operations work better, this conversation will offer practical ideas you can actually put into action.

Come ready to rethink your systems, simplify your workflow, and create more space for the work that matters most. 💡

What if filmmakers stopped leaving money on the table and started using philanthropy to raise major gifts? 💡PHILANTHROPY...
08/16/2026

What if filmmakers stopped leaving money on the table and started using philanthropy to raise major gifts? 💡

PHILANTHROPY: The Funding Ecosystem Filmmakers Are Missing
https://zurl.co/p2VXC

IG: Link in Bio to vote!

This session explores how filmmakers can look beyond grants, crowdfunding, and investors to build relationship-driven philanthropic support that can sustain both their films and their creative careers. 🎬

Your vote matters and is truly appreciated. Thank you for helping bring this conversation to SXSW! 🙌

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