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Print: $19.97 Download: $6.25 A collection of columns about foundations and philanthropy in the American South by Martin Lehfeldt, former president and CEO of the Southeastern Council of Foundations
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For the past decade, Martin C. Lehfeldt, President of the
Southeastern Council of Foundations, has delighted this organization's members
and others in the field of philanthropy with thoughtful, often witty, and
always soulful commentary in his "Thinking About Things" column of
the SECF newsletter, Interchange.
Now, SECF is proud to offer a collection of Mr. Lehfeldt's
columns that spans his 10 years of leadership at SECF and a
lifetime of leadership in the nonprofit and foundation world.
This 150-page, soft-cover volume makes a perfect gift for
philanthropy's newcomers and veterans alike.
Praise for Thinking About Things
“Wielding a pen that crackles with wit and insight, Martin
Lehfeldt examines the world of giving with a practiced and intense eye. Sometimes reproachful and often inspirational, Lehfeldt emerges through his columns as the conscience of Southern philanthropy. He is at once the field’s biggest cheerleader and its most loving critic. He is a true storyteller, who knows that the power of philanthropy relies ultimately on the wisdom of its
practitioners.”
Peter F. Bird, Jr.
President, The Frist Foundation
Chairman, Southeastern Council of Foundations
“After gently prodding, sometimes chastising, Martin always
leaves his readers with hope. He helps us believe that philanthropy can and
will make a difference in our region and our lives, and that society can and
will change for the better. His personal touch on telling stories is like
listening to an old family member; always inspiring and filled with
lessons learned. He reminds us that sometimes a good story told in true
Southern tradition is the best way to inspire others.”
Alicia Philipp
President, The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta
“How fortunate we are to all be part of Martin’s philanthropic family! In his columns, Martin shares family news, travel adventures and SECF updates but the asks those questions that make me go, “Hmmm...” He carefully plants wonderful seeds of wisdom that help ground us and make us think too about the core values of philanthropy. Happy harvesting!”
Rob Collier
President and CEO, Council of Michigan Foundations
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