Video Transcript Today’s question comes from Jon, an executive director at a health foundation. Jon asks: “What can we do to secure a visit? That’s our greatest challenge.” I love this topic, because fundraising is about relationships. And, if you can’t get a visit or “get your foot in the door,” you certainly can’t build a … [Read more...]
Scared by Year-End Fundraising? A Simple Year-End Fundraising Checklist
October is the month for ghouls, ghosts, and goblins, and with Halloween fast approaching, we also know that year-end is not far behind. That means we are approaching the height of the fundraising season -- the time of year when most donors give and charities raise the bulk of their donations. Every day from October through December, I … [Read more...]
How to Kill the Idea of Nonprofit Overhead
Video Transcript Nonprofit “overhead” is a hot button issue among donors and the general public. Unfortunately, many people “judge” a nonprofit based on how much they spend on overhead. I’m not sure why or how this started, but it has been perpetuated by the mainstream media, as well as certain websites that rate charities. Sadly it’s … [Read more...]
How to Raise Major Gifts – Even When You Don’t Feel Like It
I’m going to be honest... I really didn’t feel like writing a blog post today. I have a million other things to do and I didn’t get a great night sleep. I’m more than a little cranky. I seriously considered skipping it this week. Then I thought about what I teach in terms of raising major gifts... it’s all about sticking with … [Read more...]
7 ‘Year of the Board’ Posts Worth a Second Look
This week, Jewish people around the world are celebrating the highest of holy days, including the Jewish New Year (Rosh Hashanah) and the Day of Atonement (Yom Kippur). I mention this because when this post goes live, I will be sitting in temple with my family, thinking about the year behind me and the year to come. This is an important … [Read more...]
Board Members Should NEVER Ask for Money – Here’s Why
Today’s question comes to us from Angela and it’s a great question. Angela writes: The trouble that I have is getting past the 'I don't want to ask my friends for money' response. What else can I do to motivate those board members who aren't comfortable asking directly? Share it with others -- Today’s Tweetable: Change the … [Read more...]
The Nonprofit Rebrand Effect: Interview with Sarah Durham
I met up with Sarah Durham, the founder and CEO of Big Duck, at the AFP International Conference in Baltimore last spring. Interview Highlights (Transcript) Below is a brief excerpt from my time with Sarah. Watch the video for the entire interview. What is the Rebrand Effect for nonprofits? AE: Today we’re going to be … [Read more...]
The Simplest Way to Get Your Board Members to Help with Fundraising
Donna writes: Some of my board members have said they are “hurt and offended” when I repeatedly ask for their cooperation in generating new leads. How do I get them to understand how important this is without sending them into the “fight or flight” response? Share it with others -- Today’s Tweetable: Use your #nonprofit board … [Read more...]
New Board? New Fundraisers? Here’s Where to Start
Today’s question comes from Melissa. Melissa asks: Where do you start with a board that hasn’t had to previously participate in fundraising? What expectations do you set and how do you hold them accountable? Share it with others -- Today’s Tweetable: Great #nonprofit board members have clear expectations, and understand their … [Read more...]
Does Your Nonprofit Board Need CPR?
Every once in a while I invite a guest blogger to contribute to my blog because they have something interesting or different to say. My friend and colleague, Susan Schaefer, recently published a new book about Nonprofit Boards. Since it fits in nicely with my "board" theme this year, I invited her to write about governance … [Read more...]
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