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A PowerofGood.com | Elevate Alabama 7 business values. p p Be creative in expanding pros- pects. Many times, prospects have a connection to an area and want to be involved. These prospects are a source for a strong volunteer base. For Scott, fundraising is more than just the money. The relation- ships formed and the will to continue to better the community are what will carry into the future. To be successful in any communi- ty to build relationships or fundraise, Scott says, "We must not just think about what we have but always think about what could be." ADVICE continued on from 6 Panel shares insight about collaboration a primary obJective of Alabama Power's Elevate conference is to connect nonprofits from across Alabama, and the "Working Together Collabora- tively" breakout session gave its audience the tools and information to do so successfully and effectively. Expert panel members sharing their experiences included Chris Nanni, president and CEO of the Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham; Shannon Ammons, CEO of the Alabama Association of Nonprofits; and Jeanne Jackson, president and CEO of the Women's Fund of Greater Birmingham. Hallie Bradley, Alabama Power Community Initiatives manager, moderated the discussion. "I struggled with the concept of collabora- tion," Nanni said, adding it cannot be forced and must develop naturally. Collaboration requires time and genuine re- lationships between organizations. Ammons said lack of leadership and power struggles are pitfalls. Jackson said collaborations can create issues when nonprofits lose sight of their missions. Bradley asked the panelists to share the benefits of collaboration. Jackson used her work experience as a positive example. She said her StOry by paytOn eDberg pHOtOS by Wynter byrD PANEL continued on page 8 Below: Attendees share in questions and dialogue with the panelists.