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High Net-Worth Donors: Is Now the Time to Raise Big Money?

There are more high net-worth donors in the U.S. than ever – over the last three years the stock market was on a long bull run, increasing the wealth of many. Nearly 9% of the U.S. population now have wealth of $1 million or more…

Ditch the Capital Campaign Public Phase?

Capital Campaign

Should you cancel your capital campaign public phase? Yes, we think this is something worth considering. Would it be possible to skip the Public Phase of your campaign without any consequence? Here’s the challenge we…

What is a Capital Campaign in Fundraising

Capital Campaign

Many people ask us about the traditional three phases of a capital campaign - Campaign Planning Phase, Silent Phase, and Public Phase. It's interesting to consider that this model, which is the standard for capital campaigns…

There are so many benefits to engaging major donors early in capital campaign plans. We like to organize discussions with key donors while the potential campaign is only a Big Idea. It’s our favorite way to cultivate and engage…

Planning a Capital Campaign? Why You Should Engage Your Major Donors Early On

Capital Campaign, Major Gift Fundraising

Is your organization planning a capital campaign or a major new funding initiative? We hear many questions about how to prepare properly for a capital campaign. As far as we are concerned, it’s what you do ahead of the campaign that can…

Why You Should Invest in Your Organization’s Infrastructure

Culture of Philanthropy, Nonprofit Leadership

What exactly do we mean by infrastructure? And how important is it to your institution's health? Just consider: infrastructure is the fuel that makes everything run. If you are trying to educate kids, heal the sick, feed the hungry, or help…