Every year, the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at Indiana University produces an annual “state of giving” report called Giving USA. The findings are eagerly anticipated by fundraisers near and far -- and for good reason. It’s critically important to understand who is giving and giving trends for fundraisers to do their work … [Read more...]
Your Nonprofit Board: The Secret to Successful Fundraising
The biggest secret to successful fundraising comes down to one thing: Your nonprofit board. And if you want to raise more money for your organization, you need a specific type of board -- a fundraising board. This is when your board operates as a well-oiled fundraising machine. Sounds impossible? Keep reading... Nonprofit Boards … [Read more...]
The Secret Formula for Raising Major Gifts: 5 Key Components
Let's cut to the chase -- if you want to raise major gifts successfully, you need the right combination of five components: knowledge strategy persistence optimism courage That's it. I've just let you in on the "secret formula" -- and it probably seems pretty straightforward, right? 5 Key Components to Raising Major Gifts … [Read more...]
For the Future of Our Children, We Must Learn to Listen
This weekend I spent more time scrolling social media than I care to admit. On an intellectual level, I understand that the algorithms feed me content based on my preferences. Yet, I had a real “ah-ha” moment in my long-weekend scrolling haze. My Social Media Driven “Ah-Ha” Moment What I discovered when I began to pay attention was a … [Read more...]
Year-End Giving is a Sham: A Better Way to Raise Money
Okay, maybe calling year-end giving a sham is a bit extreme. But there *IS* a better way... Most nonprofit leaders rely heavily on year-end fundraising because the holiday appeal letter and/or email brings in 30%, 40%, or 50% or more of the annual fundraising revenue. That’s a whole lot of eggs in one basket, metaphorically speaking. It … [Read more...]
3 Efficiency Hacks for Stewarding Donors in Record Time
Stewardship is the critical, final step in the fundraising process. Stewardship is everything that happens after a gift is made -- most notably thanking a donor and letting them know how their gift was used. When done well, stewardship leads to donor retention and increased gift amounts. When donors feel great about the gift they made, they … [Read more...]
6 Questions to Ask Nonprofits Before Starting a New Fundraising Job
If you're an experienced fundraiser with a solid resume, you are in high demand. Every nonprofit needs good fundraisers. But you'll want to do your homework before you consider leaving your current fundraising job for another. 6 Questions to Ask When Interviewing for a New Fundraising Job The next big opportunity in your fundraising … [Read more...]
8 Ways to Destress and Put the FUN Back in FUNdraising
You may not think of fundraising as fun, but there are small things you can do to make your fundraising responsibilities (and everyday life) more fun. And having fun really is important. Did you know...? Medical professionals universally agree -- having fun provides some of the best stress relief you can get. In our American … [Read more...]
How to Fire Utterly Toxic Nonprofit Board Members
Board members can be wonderful assets for your team and your organization, or they can be burdenous anchors, pulling you (and the rest of your team) down. If your nonprofit becomes poisoned by a truly toxic board member -- and you’ve tried using carrots to no avail (see the end of this post) -- it’s probably time to cut ties. Why Board … [Read more...]
6 Winning Strategies to Raise Money in a Down Economy
It *IS* possible to raise more money for your organization, even in an uncertain economy. I help organizations do it every day! Over the last two years, I’ve watched fundraising professionals react to COVID-19 and express their concern about the economic fallout. And now, with runaway inflation and everyone tightening their belts, we have … [Read more...]
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