I need your help (its a 34 second read)

Read time: 3 min

👋🏾 Hey! I’m Sid and this is The Philanthropy Futurist, a weekly advice column preparing you for the future of the nonprofit sector. Each Friday, I tackle reader questions about measuring impact, driving growth, and managing your nonprofit.

This Week’s Newsletter at a glance:

• I need your help (its a 34 second read)

• Philanthropy News From This Week

• Sid’s Book Recommendation

I need your help (its a 34 second read)

Last week, I wrote about the importance of investing time in surveys, interviews, and other feedback loops to help you solve problems and add value for your community. And this week, I'm taking my own advice.

At the beginning of 2026, I talked briefly about a side project that I've been working on. And one of my goals with this project is to make it easier for nonprofit orgs to collaborate with businesses and creators in a more meaningful, transparent way. And I was hoping you can help me.

I put together a [short survey] to learn a little bit more about the current state of the nonprofit ecosystem. I'm looking to hear from nonprofit leaders, creators, donors, volunteers, business owners, corporate partners, and the list goes on.

The newsletter you're reading right now should take you about 34 seconds to read, and my survey should only take you about 4-6 minutes to fill out.

My goal is to get at least 150+ responses. In addition to completing the survey yourself, I ask that you please also forward this newsletter and/or the survey form to your colleagues, friends, and family members.

As things progress with my side project, I definitely plan to share more. But in the meantime, I'd love for you to be part of the process. By completing this [short survey] and sharing it with others, you'll have a chance to add your perspective and help shape what I'm building. Thank you in advance for your help and support!

Until next time y'all ✌🏾

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Philanthropy News From This Week

• The ABCs of DAFs: How to tap into donor-advised funds

• The school where Gen Z learns philanthropy, with a 100% job placement rate

• Intentional, meaningful philanthropy: Bridging strategy and humility

• How to keep your donors coming back

Sid’s Book Recommendation

Each week, I recommend a book or film that has impacted my life in a positive way. My recommendation this week is:

Disrupt You! by Jay Samit

This book is a comprehensive guide to mastering personal transformation and seizing opportunities in an era of constant innovation. It offers practical strategies for individuals to embrace disruption as a pathway to personal and professional success. Learn more.

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