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Our $5 Millon Capital Campaign Ask that BOMBED

A $5 Million Capital Campaign Ask that BOMBED

I wish you could have been there. . . . It was a hot summer day in Virginia. We were seated in a small conference room with one of Virginia's top business kingpins. There the successful businessman sat -- so smart and so together…

Friendmaking Porch Party: Five Reasons to Have One This Summer

Fundraising Strategy

Have you ever considered the power of a friendmaking Porch Party? This summer, you can lighten things up while you make new friends for your cause. Here are five reasons you and your team might want to hold a porch party this summer:…

The Role of Board Members at a Porch Party

The Important Role of Board Members at a Porch Party Friendmaking Event

Fundraising Strategy

Board members can play important roles at donor engagement social events like Porch Parties. We think that these no-ask Porch Party Friendmaking Events are a wonderful way for board members to help expand your organization’s reputation…

When Should You Do a “Hard” Ask vs. a “Soft” Ask

Fundraising Strategy

Asking is challenging, no matter how or when you ask. It's the moment of truth in fundraising. Today, we're sharing a quick video outlining our recommendations on asking at donor cultivation events. If you are friendmaking, and trying to…

Porch Party Power: Feedback and Key Takeaways from the Porch Party Webinar.

Fundraising Strategy

Creating small, intimate events is a superb way to reach new friends, share the impact of your cause, and engage supporters.

How to Invite Donors to an Event or Porch Party

Fundraising Strategy

Staging a porch party or small social is a terrific way to open the door and get in front of key philanthropists in your community.

From Porch to Philanthropy: How Porch Parties Fuel Fundraising Success

Fundraising Strategy

At its core, a porch party friendmaking event is a gathering that combines the fun of social interactions with the purpose of cultivating relationships with potential donors. A good Porch Party can be a masterful blend of warmth,…

Webinar | 3 Ways a Porch Party Can Ignite Interest in Your Cause

Capital Campaign, Fundraising Strategy

Just imagine: what if you had a new way to increase visibility and make new friends for your cause? Wouldn’t it be wonderful if you had an authentic and impactful way to help donors get to know your work, build trust and establish…

How to Get Ready for a Capital Campaign

Capital Campaign, Fundraising Strategy

What does it take to really be ready for a capital campaign? Often we see board members and leaders chomping at the bit to move quickly. And we hear from some fundraisers that they feel pushed to get going and start asking for lead gifts as…

How to Write an Appeal Letter That Brings in the Money

2023

How to Write an Solicitation Letter for Donations

Capital Campaign, Fundraising Strategy

Appeal letters are the backbone of your annual fundraising campaigns that your nonprofit absolutely relies on.

The CEO’s Speech: “I Have a Dream”

Fundraising Strategy

At many events, your CEO has the opportunity to deliver a short, high-impact message about your organization. This is a chance for the CEO to shine as a visionary and inspirational leader and get everyone excited…

2023

ICON Takeways: Strategies, Trends and Data to Guide Your Fundraising

Fundraising Strategy

AFPICON was an amazing experience this year. We were pleased that attendance skyrocketed up to over 3500 attendees. (last year, there were around 2600 or so). So interest in fundraising education is high - there's much to learn and…

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A $5 Million Capital Campaign Ask that BOMBED

Friendmaking Porch Party: Five Reasons to Have One This Summer

The Important Role of Board Members at a Porch Party Friendmaking Event

When Should You Do a “Hard” Ask vs. a “Soft” Ask

Porch Party Power: Feedback and Key Takeaways from the Porch Party Webinar.

How to Invite Donors to an Event or Porch Party

From Porch to Philanthropy: How Porch Parties Fuel Fundraising Success

Webinar | 3 Ways a Porch Party Can Ignite Interest in Your Cause

How to Get Ready for a Capital Campaign

How to Write an Solicitation Letter for Donations

The CEO’s Speech: “I Have a Dream”

ICON Takeways: Strategies, Trends and Data to Guide Your Fundraising

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