When a nonprofit leader (generally a development director or CEO/ED) contacts me about fundraising, some of the first questions I ask are about their board members. They include: Do all of your board members give an annual gift? Are they generous with their time, resources, and connections? Do your board members have capacity, networks … [Read more...]
5 Reasons Why Robots Make Bad Fundraisers
Robots Make Bad Fundraisers... at least, according to Steven Shattuck, Chief Engagement Officer at Bloomerang. And I agree with him. In his debut book, Robots Make Bad Fundraisers: How Nonprofits Can Maintain the Heart in the Digital Age, Shattuck makes the case for personalization, individualization, and using technology … [Read more...]
How to Introduce Yourself to Donors so They’ll Gladly Meet with You
The other day I received an email from a development director who asked: “How should I introduce myself to new donors?” She was talking about donors she'd personally never met with before. She went on to clarify her question: “How do I introduce myself so that raising funds is not somehow clouded in jargon or simply glazed over in … [Read more...]
4 Steps to Replace Special Event Fundraising with Virtual Giving
One of the things fundraisers complain most about is fundraising events -- because such events take up so much time and energy. They also put a strain on donors and volunteers. Who really wants to attend another rubber chicken dinner anyway? An Opportunity to Replace Special Event Fundraising These unprecedented times provide your big … [Read more...]
The #1 Worst Habit of Fundraisers Worldwide – Break It
I’m working really hard at being healthy this summer. That means actually exercising and eating less junkfood on a regular basis. Plus, I’m in my mid-40’s. So, I figure it’s now or never. One of the “rules” I’ve made for myself is no eating after dinner. And yet, the other night, I found myself eating not one, but a second helping of … [Read more...]
Does Your Nonprofit Make 50 Asks in 50 Weeks?
The first fundraising book I ever wrote (more than 10 years ago, now), is called 50 Asks in 50 Weeks. Published by CharityChannel Press, it’s now available in its 2nd edition. I mention this because I’m revising and expanding my online training program, Mastering Major Gifts. In the process of improving the program and creating new … [Read more...]
Time to Throw Out Your Fundraising Job Description
Every time I see a nonprofit looking to hire new fundraising staff, the job description they post seems to be even longer than the last. It features a never-ending list of qualifications, credentials, responsibilities, and other requirements. Considering what most nonprofits are paying, they would be lucky to get half of the requirements … [Read more...]
8 Fundraising Basics that Covid-19 Can’t Break
During good times and bad, some organizations raise a lot of money -- and other organizations don’t. The organizations raising the most money, generally speaking, rely on best practices, technology, and the latest tools and resources available. Conversely, struggling organizations are stuck with well meaning, but fearful board and staff … [Read more...]
5 Reasons your Nonprofit Should Invest in Virtual Training
The following is a guest post by Matt Hugg, president and founder of Nonprofit.Courses, an on-demand educational resource center for nonprofits. Can virtual learning be your new nonprofit superpower? Smart nonprofits take virtual learning and run with it. The most successful nonprofits are the ones who educate their staff. This … [Read more...]
5 Summer Actions to Bolster Your Fall Fundraising During Coronavirus
Normally, summer is a time for fun, relaxation, BBQ’s, family, friends and more. This summer (2020) is going to be different for everyone with the Coronavirus lurking about. Travel is limited, kids are home from camp, and big gatherings are taboo. 5 Actions to Bolster Fall Fundraising While Coronavirus Looms As far is fundraising is … [Read more...]
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