What makes a good fundraising program?
Does meeting your organization’s financial goal define the success of your fundraising program? If you receive a windfall gift that takes you over the top, do you feel…
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How to secure grant support
It can be exciting to learn about grants that are made to nonprofits. Grant announcements are one way the general public learns about investments in education, the arts,…
The pros and cons of engaging political leaders
Fundraising is a community endeavor, and our communities include the politicians who are elected to represent us at all levels. Current, former and prospective elected leaders are often…
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
Nonprofits are ahead of the game when it comes to diversity. Is that true? We may tell ourselves that, but diversity – and most importantly inclusion – requires…
What is a culture of fundraising?
Everyone has to have a responsibility for fundraising. We call this a culture of fundraising. Others refer to it as a culture of philanthropy. Either way, this shared…
How to Prepare for a Board Meeting
An Interview with Kim Moss – Part two of a two part series The board of directors plays a critical role in the life of a nonprofit. While…
GRASSROOTS FUNDRAISING SUCCESS: $58 MILLION NEW SENIOR RESIDENCE AND CENTER
Dignity. Honor. Respect. Do not underestimate the vision, power and tenacity of grassroots community organizations. We have seen first-hand how a well-defined vision can transform a community and…
ENGAGING NONPROFIT BOARD MEMBERS: GOT A MINUTE FOR THE MINUTES?
We recently facilitated two board meetings for two very different types of organizations. One was an institution that is over 100 years old with a multi-million dollar budget.…
Proofreading potholes: fundraising miscommunications
Learn from the mistakes of others. You can never live long enough to make them all yourself.” ― G. Marx Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us…
It’s April – how is your yearend fundraising?
Have you considered “front loading” your yearend fundraising? Start now. Plan now. Put your systems in place. Mark your calendar. Build your team. Identify your prospective donors. You…