July 2020: Calling Out and Claiming Space
Dear Friends, This month’s update shines a light on Black Art Futures Fund, the philanthropic and Black arts advocacy arm of Red Olive Creative Consulting. BAFF was designed
In an Unpredictable World, Rigidity Holds Us Back
Miss Rona began shaking the world before we even knew what she was up to. Scientists apparently knew about COVID-19 well before this pandemic hit, but the virus seemed to
June 2020: Calling Out and Claiming Space
Dear Friends, Three Junes ago, I left my full-time job as Development Director at The Drawing Center, a visual arts space in New York City. I was there
May 2020: Living in the Love Economy
Dear Friends, Of course I know charitable giving can happen year-round, but I have to admit, I got caught up in the energy and inertia of the #givingtuesdaynow movement
Readjusting the Center / Stabilizing the Base
I have been thinking about and writing about, and in my consultancy meetings with small arts organizations, wrestling with folks on Simon Sinek’s challenge to start with their WHY—the pivotal/central
April 2020: Pacing Ourselves for the Long Journey Ahead
Dear Friends, Once upon a time I was a runner. After several years of false starts, I decided to complete the New York City Marathon the Fall before my 30th
