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The Journey from a Fundraiser to Consultant: Lessons Learned

Moving from fundraising practitioner to consultant can be challenging. Find out lessons learned by Gail Perry as she undertook this journey.

How I Got Started in Fundraising: Gail’s Story

Inspiration

Explore Gail Perry's lessons learned as a brand new fundraiser at Duke University back when she got started in fundraising.

The Fundraiser’s Kiss of Death: Talking Too Much

Donor Cultivation, Inspiration

Learn why it’s important to listen to the donor, rather than make a presentation. And why talking too much is a fundraiser's kiss of death.

How Board Members Can Help Increase Donations by 39%

Annual Giving, Board Members & Fundraising, Culture of Philanthropy, Donor-Centered Fundraising, Year-End Fundraising Campaign

If you are serving as a nonprofit board member, I'm sure you are often asked to help in fundraising. Here's how you and your fellow board members can help increase donations to your organization by 39% - without having to do any "asking." To…

Planning a Campaign? Add Power and Influence

Capital Campaign

We were helping one of our clients work through a challenge yesterday. Our client, a national organization, is planning a $300 million capital campaign. The problem is, the organization’s board is not composed of "heavy hitters" so…

How to be Truly Donor-Centric – by Simone Joyaux

Donor-Centered Fundraising

Build a Culture of Philanthropy & Redefine “Fundraising”

Culture of Philanthropy

As we all know, a culture of philanthropy lays the foundation for excellent fundraising results. So the true question to ask is: Does your institution have a true culture of philanthropy? Diving deeper, the real question is: Is there really…

NO ASK Fundraising Strategies for Board Members

Board Members & Fundraising, Major Gift Fundraising

NO ASK fundraising strategies for board members? Is this possible? Often, we find that board members are nervous about the idea of fundraising. They want to help, but shy away from the idea of "asking." We recently shared our favorite list…

Major Donor Conversation Starters: “What Are Your Impressions?”

Donor-Centered Fundraising, Major Gift Fundraising

People often ask us: "What do I talk about when I meet with donors? How will I start a conversation? What questions should I ask? We have a very simple approach to starting conversations with donors. We like to probe, so we know immediately…

A Look at Post-COVID Fundraising for 2021

Culture of Philanthropy

What is the outlook for post-COVID fundraising? There's good news to share! Giving is up - right now - across the board. What’s more, the outlook for charitable giving in the next year or two is also looking very good. We predicted a…

How to Start a Capital Campaign Plan: A Mistake-Proof Checklist

Capital Campaign

Many organizations are either planning a capital campaign, or thinking about one in the future. It's what happens early on in the capital campaign planning process that really lays the groundwork for success. This Checklist Tool will help…

10 Fundraising Responsibilities of Every Board Member

Board Members & Fundraising, Fundraising Strategy

What are the fundraising responsibilities of board members of a nonprofit organization? Above all, board members carry the legal responsibility for the fiduciary care of their nonprofit. In that vein, it's their responsibility to ensure that…

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