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How to Have a Record-Breaking Charity Auction!

You know that May is "Party Month" at Fired-Up Fundraising! We're tackling fundraising events of all types. I've written about how to snag high dollar sponsorships. I've shared my personal top 5 tips for greater profit. And we're even…

How to Make MUCH More Money With Event Sponsorships

Events

Let's sharpen our approach to fundraising event sponsorship sales. You have a choice - Do you want to approach event sponsorships like a bowl of spaghetti or a highly focused laser? :) Guest Post from Chris Baylis Today I'm pleased…

My Top 4 Tips To Make More $$ at Charity Fundraising Events

Events, Fundraising Strategy

Charity fundraising events can be huge money makers for many nonprofits. They can also be a huge waste of time. As someone commented on my post last week: Events are great for visibility and exposure,"but they are terrible ways to raise…

Fundraising Events – Are You Having Too Many?

Events, Fundraising Strategy

How many fundraising events does your nonprofit put on each year? I imagine that you are staging 2-5 events a year, of various sizes and purposes. Maybe even more. So who plans and executes all these events? It's, of course, volunteers…

The 10 Worst Fundraising Event Mistakes

Events, Fundraising Strategy

It's fundraising event season! And everybody is hard at work with caterers, venues, auctions and you name it. But what about your guests? Sometimes in all the hubbub - we forget to worry about our lovely guests who are nice enough to attend!…

The New Paradigm: From “Fundraising” to “Philanthropy”

Board Members & Fundraising, Culture of Philanthropy, Donor-Centered Fundraising

There’s a new way of thinking coming along - one that is shaping the future of fundraising. It’s a move AWAY from the narrow idea of simple "fundraising" that focuses on "money." It’s a move TOWARD a much broader, more holistic notion…

39 Ideas From AFPFC That Will Make You A Smarter Fundraiser in 2016

Fundraising Strategy, Inspiration

The AFP International Conference is always a huge highlight of the year. And this year, I have to say that I thought it was the BEST ever! Provocative and challenging ideas, smart presenters, and an appreciative, enthusiastic audience who soaked…

Take Our Donor-Happiness Quiz

Annual Giving, Marketing & Communications

Mr. Donor, How do I love thee? Let me count the ways. I hope you are happy with my organization, Mr. Donor! I hope you will stick around and become a die-hard long term supporter! Your donors are your "money in the bank" because they are funding…

Your Donor-Centered Appeal Letter Checklist

Donor Cultivation, Donor-Centered Fundraising

Congratulations! You want to create a real, live donor-centered appeal letter! Let's nail the proper tone and wording. This makes your donors happy. It engages and excites her about your work. And inclines her to be more generous. Clearly…

2 Steps to Create Loyal MAJOR Donors Who Give You More Each Year

Major Gift Fundraising

Wouldn’t it be wonderful if you could attract lots of generous repeat gifts from your donors? As my mentor at Duke University used to say, “The first gift is, hopefully, never the largest! Don’t you just love that optimism? What is…

The Best Way to Raise Endowment Funds – Via Planned Giving and a Capital Campaign

Capital Campaign, Planned Giving

One question we hear a lot is: "What's the best way to raise endowment funds?" Especially if you are in a capital campaign, you probably have planned gifts and endowments on your mind. Here are some simple ideas that might help you understand…

Asking for a Major Gift and a Planned Gift in 4 Easy Steps

Capital Campaign, Major Gift Fundraising, Planned Giving

Wow - the Ultimate Ask - a major gift and a planned gift all at one time! How to pull this off? Well, let's start with your donor. Cultivating a donor for a major gift involves many conversations with her. You talk with her…

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Fundraising Blog Topics

How to Have a Record-Breaking Charity Auction!

How to Make MUCH More Money With Event Sponsorships

My Top 4 Tips To Make More $$ at Charity Fundraising Events

Fundraising Events – Are You Having Too Many?

The 10 Worst Fundraising Event Mistakes

The New Paradigm: From “Fundraising” to “Philanthropy”

39 Ideas From AFPFC That Will Make You A Smarter Fundraiser in 2016

Take Our Donor-Happiness Quiz

Your Donor-Centered Appeal Letter Checklist

2 Steps to Create Loyal MAJOR Donors Who Give You More Each Year

The Best Way to Raise Endowment Funds – Via Planned Giving and a Capital Campaign

Asking for a Major Gift and a Planned Gift in 4 Easy Steps

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