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How to Make Your Next Ask Practically Irresistible
Asking for DonationsThe moment of truth in fundraising is the ASK. How do you know what to say and how to frame your ask? Finesse is everything in this dance with your donor.
Here are some key pointers that can make the difference between your donor saying "yes"…
How to Stop Meddling Board Members
Board DevelopmentLast week I heard two people suggest that many Executive Directors don’t really want their board members engaged.
Why?
Because they are afraid their board members will “meddle.”
What do I mean by meddling?
It’s when a well-meaning…
A Fundraiser’s Secret Weapon: Your Radar
Asking for Donations, Donor CultivationLast week's post on the "Fundraiser's Kiss of Death - Talking Too Much" generated lots of interesting comments.
My readers all enjoyed the story of the donor visit that went sour.
But here's the funny thing:
Why was I consistently…
Do You Know the Four Parts to a Successful Elevator Speech?
Donor CultivationWhat's the purpose of your 30 second elevator speech?
Is it to convey information? Is it to impress your listener? Perhaps to "sell" someone?
I think most elevator speeches get it all wrong.
The purpose is not to "pitch" someone.
The…
Manifesto for a Fundraising Board
Board Development, Motivating Board Members, Nonprofit LeadershipIs your board ready to assume real leadership for your organization's future?
If your board is ready to move from "managing" to "leading," here's a Manifesto for them to embrace.
Wikipedia defines "manifesto" as "a public declaration…
How to Unleash Your Board Members’ Energy for Fundraising
Board Development, Board Members & Fundraising, Inspiration, Motivating Board MembersI had the pleasure of talking to the very smart and wonderful Michael Chatman yesterday on his popular live radio “Giving Show.”
We were talking about my favorite subject – how to get board members fired up and active in fundraising.
You…
20 Best Practices for Monthly Giving Programs
Annual Giving, Asking for Donations, Marketing & CommunicationsDo you want a fundraising strategy that creates ongoing predictable cash flow?
One that is low cost, and returns a high RIO?
That creates a wonderful prospect pool for planned and major gifts? That gets donors to quadruple (or more) their…
Add Surprise and Delight to Your Appeals. Like This One.
Annual Giving, Asking for DonationsI want to share with you my very favorite fundraising appeal that I've seen in a long time.
It's charming, readable, and unusual. (click here to read the entire appeal letter.)
Next time you are stuck for creative ideas, consider heading…
My Secrets to a FABULOUS Party!
EventsLots of fundraising is built around socializing, isn’t it?
Whether it's a formal fundraising event or not, we are often organizing large or small groups of people in social situations.
So it's really important to know your social skills…
Why You Should Ditch Your Next Fundraising Event
EventsFundraising events are a foundation for many nonprofit fundraising programs.
But they are the most inefficient way of raising money.
Here's a well-known chart of "cost per dollar raised" for various fundraising strategies:
(Data…
4 Questions To Rev Up Your Board’s Energy and Enthusiasm
Board Development, Board Members & Fundraising, Motivating Board MembersDo you want to get the most out of your warm-hearted, wonderful volunteers?
Do you wish you could generate more enthusiasm among your board members?
In my work with boards around the country, I've found some magic questions that can awaken…
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