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Yolanda has been recognized for her extensive expertise in nonprofit fundraising and philanthropy and for her unique perspective as both a fundraiser and performer. Explore a selection of her Press recognition.

 
 
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· 2024 ·

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Women of Color in Fundraising + Philanthropy Hosts Annual Awards Ceremony Amidst WOC Week
Women of Color in Fundraising + Philanthropy Hosts Annual Awards Ceremony Amidst WOC Week

A recap of the 2024 WOC Awards.

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Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy Host Benefit
Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy Host Benefit

A recap of the 2024 WOC Awards.

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Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy Host Benefit
Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy Host Benefit

A recap of the 2024 WOC Awards.

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· 2022 ·

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Fundraisers Question How Much Progress Has Been Made on DEI
Fundraisers Question How Much Progress Has Been Made on DEI

Yolanda and fundraisers weigh in on DEI progress in the nonprofit sector.

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Fundraising Leadership at the Biggest Groups Still Has a ‘Shocking’ Lack of Diversity Despite Racial Reckoning
Fundraising Leadership at the Biggest Groups Still Has a ‘Shocking’ Lack of Diversity Despite Racial Reckoning

Yolanda weighs in continued lack of diversity in the nonprofit sector since 2020.

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NYC Mayor Eric Adams declares June 29, 2022 as “Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy Day”
NYC Mayor Eric Adams declares June 29, 2022 as “Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy Day”

WOC Day proclamation.

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Giving Increased the Last 3 Months of 2021 Over the Same Period in 2020
Giving Increased the Last 3 Months of 2021 Over the Same Period in 2020

Yolanda weighs in on giving data in Q4 of 2021.

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Allies In Action Increases Its Reach And Impact, Making It A Key Community For Donors And Fundraising Professionals Focused On Equity
Allies In Action Increases Its Reach And Impact, Making It A Key Community For Donors And Fundraising Professionals Focused On Equity

Celebrating the impact and ongoing work of Allies in Action™.

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Six Black, Female Fundraising and Philanthropy Professionals You Should Know
Six Black, Female Fundraising and Philanthropy Professionals You Should Know

Celebrating Black women in fundraising and philanthropy.

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Institute for Nonprofit Practice Announces Recipients of 2021 Changemaker Awards
Institute for Nonprofit Practice Announces Recipients of 2021 Changemaker Awards

The Institute for Nonprofit Practice announces the recipients for their 2021 Changemaker Awards.

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· 2021 ·

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Search Firms Differ In Benefits To Women Of Color
Search Firms Differ In Benefits To Women Of Color

WOC announces the results for their Top 10 ranking for executive search firms that work for women of color in nonprofit fundraising and philanthropy.

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A Woman for THIS Season
A Woman for THIS Season

In her series to celebrate women during Women’s History Month 2021, Andrea Pactor profiles Yolanda in A Woman for THIS Season.

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Harris Made salutes Black History Month: Meet Yolanda F. Johnson
Harris Made salutes Black History Month: Meet Yolanda F. Johnson

Yolanda chats with Harris Made on WOC and Allies in Action’s mission. She also advises on how non-profits can recognize donors during the time of COVID.

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· 2020 ·

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Fundraising Trends to Pay Attention to in 2021
Fundraising Trends to Pay Attention to in 2021

Keela reflects on 2020, from the global shift to remote fundraising and push for social justice, and looks ahead to fundraising trends in 2021, which includes continuing DEI with fundraising strategy recommendations from Yolanda.

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5 Tips for Becoming an Ace at Public Speaking
5 Tips for Becoming an Ace at Public Speaking

Yolanda shares her Top 5 tips for public speaking.

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Calling All Aspiring White Allies In Fundraising And Philanthropy—Allies In Action Has Officially Launched
Calling All Aspiring White Allies In Fundraising And Philanthropy—Allies In Action Has Officially Launched

Allies in Action Membership Network is here!

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Where Does Fundraising Go From Here? Black Development Leaders Offer a Guide
Where Does Fundraising Go From Here? Black Development Leaders Offer a Guide

In the wake of the BLM demonstrations and public outcry, the nonprofit sector has taken to self-reflection and committing to DEI.

Black development leaders speak on what the sector. particularly in advancement, can do.

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Black Leaders in Advancement Pledge
Black Leaders in Advancement Pledge

Yolanda F. Johnson joins other Black leaders to call academic institutions in taking the pledge, with an outlined guide of actionable steps, to achieve diverse leadership in higher education advancement.

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Strengthening Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy
Strengthening Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy

Yolanda shares the mission and inspiration for Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy (WOC)®.

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Hudson River Museum Elects Three New Members to its Board of Trustees
Hudson River Museum Elects Three New Members to its Board of Trustees

The Hudson River Museum is pleased to announce the election of three new board members, which includes Yolanda F. Johnson.

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New Membership Group Aims to Give Women Fundraisers of Color a Seat at the Table
New Membership Group Aims to Give Women Fundraisers of Color a Seat at the Table

WOC is here - Yolanda discusses the development of Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy (WOC)®.

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How a New Organization Will Empower Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy
How a New Organization Will Empower Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy

Yolanda introduces WOC - its inception and mission to create a supportive community that inspires, empowers and celebrates women of color in fundraising and philanthropy.

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Ask an Expert: How to Host Engaging Virtual Fundraising Events
Ask an Expert: How to Host Engaging Virtual Fundraising Events

Yolanda offers her expertise in fundraising events as nonprofit organizations pivot into the virtual space.

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· 2019 ·

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How Can We Close The Wage And Opportunity Gap For Black Women in New York?
How Can We Close The Wage And Opportunity Gap For Black Women in New York?

The topic of women’s pay equity has been an ongoing discussion with calls for more parity. Yolanda and other New York leaders spoke with PowHerNY about the wage gap for women of color in New York.

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Women In Development, NY Announces 40th Anniversary Year with First African-American President in the Organization’s History – Yolanda F. Johnson
Women In Development, NY Announces 40th Anniversary Year with First African-American President in the Organization’s History – Yolanda F. Johnson

Yolanda is announced as the President of Women In Development (WID), NY.

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Podcast Appearances

 

· 2024 ·

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Celebrating Women in Fundraising, Featuring Yolanda F. Johnson
Celebrating Women in Fundraising, Featuring Yolanda F. Johnson

Yolanda F. Johnson celebrates fundraising and Women’s History Month on the Veritas podcast, Nothing But Major Gifts.

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· 2023 ·

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Trailblazing Philanthropy with Yolanda F. Johnson
Trailblazing Philanthropy with Yolanda F. Johnson

Yolanda F. Johnson speaks with Dre & Smiley on philanthropy, fundraising and DEI.

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Women's Philanthropy - Stewardship of Donors of Color
Women's Philanthropy - Stewardship of Donors of Color

Yolanda F. Johnson speaks with Stephen Halasnik on women’s philanthropy and how to steward donors of color.

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· 2022 ·

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Women of Color Fundraisers – Yolanda F. Johnson
Women of Color Fundraisers – Yolanda F. Johnson

Yolanda F. Johnson chats with Rhea Wong on the Nonprofit Lowdown podcast on how to hire and retain women fundraisers of color.

She also discusses her career in fundraising and philanthropy.

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How to Build Nonprofit Memberships That Stick with Yolanda F. Johnson
How to Build Nonprofit Memberships That Stick with Yolanda F. Johnson

Yolanda F. Johnson speaks with Julia Campbell on how to develop a successful membership community in fundraising and philanthropy.

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· 2021 ·

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Episode 21 · Women of Color in Fundraising & Philanthropy Get it Done! Period
Episode 21 · Women of Color in Fundraising & Philanthropy Get it Done! Period

Yolanda chats with Kia Croom on her journey as a Black fundraiser and the need to develop a space for women of color in fundraising and philanthropy.

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· 2020 ·

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Episode 19 · Creating Diversity, Equity and Inclusion from the Inside Out with Yolanda F. Johnson
Episode 19 · Creating Diversity, Equity and Inclusion from the Inside Out with Yolanda F. Johnson

Yolanda participates in PowHer’s Vote 2020 PSA campaign to encourage voter registration and vote activation.

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Episode 4 · How to Create Inclusive Communities that Thrive
Episode 4 · How to Create Inclusive Communities that Thrive

Yolanda chats with Jonathan and Becky at We Are For Good™ Podcast on a range of topics from DEI in fundraising, making the ask for a major gift using stage performance, taking actionable steps in allyship and WOC’s mission and vision.

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Episode 109 · Navigating the World of Fundraising & Philanthropy with Yolanda F. Johnson
Episode 109 · Navigating the World of Fundraising & Philanthropy with Yolanda F. Johnson

Yolanda F. Johnson sat down with Laura Mignott on The Reset Podcast to discuss her journey in non-profit fundraising and philanthropy that led to WOC's inception.

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Episode 21 · Being ‘WOC’ with Yolanda F. Johnson
Episode 21 · Being ‘WOC’ with Yolanda F. Johnson

Yolanda F. Johnson joins Vanessa Coppes, EIC of Bella Magazine and WOC’s Advisory Committee member on the Bella Podcast; they discuss the future of WOC, Allies in Action™ and more.

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Episode 2 · Introducing Yolanda F. Johnson, Founder of WOC
Episode 2 · Introducing Yolanda F. Johnson, Founder of WOC

Yolanda F. Johnson joins Andrea Afua Kwamya on The Only Black Girl On Mars podcast to discuss her journey with music and fundraising that led to WOC’s founding and mission.

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WŌC & Life And Career Lessons
WŌC & Life And Career Lessons

Yolanda appears on Tony Martignetti’s Nonprofit Radio to discuss WOC’s launch and its mission.

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· 2019 ·

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From Opera Singer to Fundraiser
From Opera Singer to Fundraiser

Yolanda joins Tony Martignetti on Nonprofit Radio to discuss how her experience as a musical artist informs her fundraising craft.

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TV Guest Appearances

 

· 2022 ·

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Opera Singer Uses Performance Skills to Lead Women of Color in Philanthropy
Opera Singer Uses Performance Skills to Lead Women of Color in Philanthropy

Yolanda discusses how she incorporates her opera performance skills in fundraising and philanthropy.

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The Challenges Facing Women of Color in the Nonprofit World
The Challenges Facing Women of Color in the Nonprofit World

Yolanda discusses the challenges women of color face in the non-profit world.

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Pix11 - Yolanda discusses WOC Week 2022
Pix11 - Yolanda discusses WOC Week 2022

Yolanda discusses WOC Week 2022 and her fundraising career.

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Web Guest Appearances

 

· 2021 ·

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Breakfast with Boyden: Yolanda F. Johnson
Breakfast with Boyden: Yolanda F. Johnson

Yolanda speaks with Wendy Wilsker on the founding and impact of WOC and Allies in Action.

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· 2020 ·

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Fuelling Fundraising with Yolanda F. Johnson
Fuelling Fundraising with Yolanda F. Johnson

Yolanda sits with Ed Suchy to discuss topics from her work in fundraising and with WOC, how to redefine the term “philanthropist” and how to approach asking for the gift.

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PowHer the Vote 2020: Seize the Opportunity!
PowHer the Vote 2020: Seize the Opportunity!

Yolanda participates in PowHer’s Vote 2020 PSA campaign to encourage voter registration and vote activation.

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Black Women's Equal Pay Day 2020: Interview with Yolanda F. Johnson
Black Women's Equal Pay Day 2020: Interview with Yolanda F. Johnson

Yolanda joins PowHer New York on August 13, Black Women’s Equal Pay Day, to discuss her experience in pay equity and how philanthropy is evolving to become more inclusive.

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Episode 4 · How to Create Inclusive Communities that Thrive
Episode 4 · How to Create Inclusive Communities that Thrive

Yolanda chats with Jonathan and Becky at We Are For Good™ Podcast on a range of topics from DEI in fundraising, making the ask for a major gift using stage performance, taking actionable steps in allyship and WOC’s mission and vision.

LISTEN