Foster Avenue Joins The Giving Institute
Foster Avenue has joined The Giving Institute. This group aims to improve fundraising, consulting, and nonprofit services. They also want to enhance the philanthropic sector. The Foster Avenue team is excited to work with the Institute’s other members. Together, we will support ideas that promote generosity.
What This Means for Foster Avenue
Joining The Giving Institute highlights Foster Avenue’s dedication to excellence in philanthropic communications and consulting. The Institute is made up of firms that excel in providing fundraising counsel services and fundraising communications services, and share in a commitment to advancing their collective work in support of mission-driven organizations.
As part of this community, Foster Avenue will gain from shared knowledge and experience. This will help us serve our clients better and in more modern ways. We will also add our voice to those championing the growth of philanthropic giving nationwide.
The Giving Institute has led the nonprofit sector since 1935. It helps organizations with smart advice and new ideas. Through our work with The Giving Institute, Foster Avenue wants to support our mission. We aim to combine campaign advice and communication
Shared Values: Community, Excellence, Diversity, and Inclusion
- Community: We aim to bring people together, creating greater influence and opportunities for lasting impact. Our membership will help us connect with other organizations and individuals who share our commitment to philanthropy.
- Excellence: We are dedicated to maintaining the highest ethical standards, ensuring that our clients receive the best possible counsel and communications support. The Institute’s code of fair practices aligns perfectly with our commitment to integrity in providing communications for nonprofits.
- Diversity and Inclusion: We strive to foster a diverse and inclusive community, valuing all voices and contributions. This principle is key to our growth and success in the philanthropic sector.
Looking Forward
Our new membership with The Giving Institute is a significant milestone for Foster Avenue. It underscores our commitment to ethical practices, exceptional service, and leadership in philanthropy. We are excited to join other nonprofit communications firms and continue to provide great value for our clients.
Charlie Melichar | Principal
Charlie Melichar, principal of Foster Avenue, has more than 25 years' experience positioning mission-driven organizations for success. He and the Foster team focus on the "Why" behind campaigns, partnering with clients to build their own capacity to fundraise effectively.