Unless you’re living under a rock (or very new to fundraising), it’s likely you’re aware of #GivingTuesday (the Tuesday after Thanksgiving). It’s a play on #BlackFriday and #CyberMonday. By this point, I hope you’ve gotten your #GivingTuesday plans in order. First, Consider Your #GivingTuesday Emails If you are planning to participate, … [Read more...]
5 Keys to Raising Major Gifts in the Final Weeks of the Year
While I would never recommend rushing a major gift ask, I’m guessing there are several asks you could make in the next few weeks. If you really want to boost your year-end revenue, as well as establish your prowess as a major gift superstar, make a commitment to solicit at least ten major gifts before year-end. I know you can do it! 1. … [Read more...]
Post-Election Fundraising: Why It Matters and How to Succeed
As the dust settles from the presidential election, you may find yourself wondering how to continue year-end fundraising during these stressful times. Depending on your mission and geographic location, it’s likely that many of your supporters are disappointed (to say the least) with the election results. Regardless of the results, you … [Read more...]
Navigating Fall Fundraising During a Contentious Election
As we enter the final quarter during a pivotal election year, fundraisers face a unique challenge -- how to keep supporters engaged, inspire giving, and maintain momentum while navigating the distractions and heightened emotions of a contentious election season. With the added layers of economic uncertainty, political turmoil, and the … [Read more...]
Challenge: Double Your Fundraising in the Next 12 Months
Have you ever asked yourself, “What would I do if I could not fail?” I find that question incredibly inspiring. The question has led me to: Write a book (three, actually) Give keynote speeches Run 5K races Build successful businesses Don’t think incrementally -- think BIG! What have you got to lose? Think BIG, but Also Think … [Read more...]
The Future of Fundraising: Should You Be Concerned or Optimistic?
An upcoming speaking engagement has gotten me thinking about the future of fundraising. I’m guessing you’re thinking about it too. If you're paying attention to statistics on giving trends, you’re probably discouraged. The number of donors, dollars, and donor retention rates have trended down every year for nearly a decade. Reasons to … [Read more...]
2 Great Ways to Qualify Major Gift Prospects and Narrow Your List
If you're planning to raise major gifts this year or are considering a capital campaign, it's critical to focus on the right donors. You'll be far more strategic (and successful) when you qualify your donors. Qualifying Major Gift Donors is Important! If you’re not sure who your biggest and likeliest prospective donors are, you're likely … [Read more...]
Finding Your Courage for Fundraising: Raise a $1 Million Gift
If I could wave a magic wand and change one thing about most fundraisers, it would be to give them courage. Courage can be transformational. It takes courage to take bigger risks in fundraising. And many of those bigger risks are well worth taking. Do You Have the Courage to Raise a $1 Million Gift? It's the start of a new year. With … [Read more...]
7 Ways You can Use AI to Boost Your Fundraising Right Now
I recently attended a local fundraising conference and sat in on a session on AI (artificial intelligence). One of the participants raised her hand and said she didn’t understand how AI could help her. She bravely admitted she had never tried ChatGPT. The speakers smartly asked the audience to help give the woman examples of how and when … [Read more...]
#GivingTuesday is Over: 4 Critical Things to Do Next
Hopefully you are breathing a big sigh of relief now that #GivingTuesday is over. So... did you make your #GivingTuesday goal? Please let me know in the comments (at the end of this post). I’d love to know how your nonprofit did compared with your expectations, as well as the effort you put in. If you met or exceed your goal, … [Read more...]
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