Recently I was leading a training on raising major gifts and one of the participants asked how she could steward donors virtually. It got me thinking about why stewardship is important and why you should think outside the box when following up with donors after they make a gift. The Importance of Stewardship Stewardship is the fourth and … [Read more...]
6 Things You Can Do This Summer to Prepare for Fall Fundraising
Summer tends to be a slower time for fundraisers. Many donors and staff are away on vacation. However, fall fundraising will be here before you know it. That’s why it’s a good idea to take advantage of quiet time in the office to prepare for the mad dash to year end. 6 Things You Can Do to Prep for Fall Fundraising With that in mind, … [Read more...]
How to Hire a Fantastic Development Director for Your Nonprofit
Frequently, my clients ask for help in hiring new or first time development staff. Hiring an exceptional development director takes real skill. There are a few things I look for: a specific fundraising skill-set; a willingness to learn and grow; a good work ethic, and; a good personality match for the organization. Hiring a … [Read more...]
State of Fundraising: Giving USA 2022 – 8 Key Highlights
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...]
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...]
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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