Fundraisers and nonprofit leaders write a lot. Whether you're thanking donors, emailing board members, sharing an impact story, developing a case for support, or sending out a program update, the pressure to write clearly and with heart can feel like a full-time job. The writing can be formal or informal. In an email, on your website, by mail, … Continue Reading
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How to Successfully Ask Your Board Members for Gifts
Imagine this... Your board president starts a meeting by letting every board member know that you are counting on 100% board participation this year. (She’s off to a good start.) Then she proceeds to hand out a pledge form and asks people to send it in before the next meeting. She then calls for approval of last month’s minutes. That’s … Continue Reading
How to Raise More Money Through Your Annual Fund
Have you ever been confused when people mention their annual fund, campaign, or appeal? What exactly are they talking about? Your annual fund (or annual campaign) is your 12 month long, multi-pronged effort to raise funds for your annual programmatic and operational needs. Annual campaigns often include traditional appeal letters (close to the … Continue Reading