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Is There a Crisis in Fundraising Leadership?

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How do we attract, develop and retain good fundraisers? At last week's International Fundraising Congress, many of us were transfixed by a provocative conversation about "The Emerging Fundraising Leadership Challenge." International fundraising…

112 Tips to Raise More Money by Direct Mail Fundraising

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Direct mail fundraising is a major workhorse for all nonprofits. And, yes, online giving and digital appeals are important - but donors pay far more attention to a paper letter that arrives in their mailbox. Here's a smart guide to help you…

5 Tips for Making Your Donors Love You

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Your donor has just sent in another gift! Hurray! So you reply with a wonderful, personal thank you note. And then you call her to say thanks. In addition to the paper letter that you send. Then what? You have to communicate with her…

6 Steps to Creating The Fundraising Results You Really Want

Want mega productivity in the coming year? Want to raise as much as you possibly can? Then let's get cracking on your smart, systematic fundraising plan. I'm talking about a plan that gets everybody in your organization on board. a plan…

Our Guide to Brilliant Major Gift Cultivation Events

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Many fundraising teams are hosting major gift cultivation events often  – to open doors, make friends, cultivate potential supporters and thank your current donors. All of these gatherings are wonderful opportunities to bring people closer…

9 Point Profitability Checklist for Your Next Fundraising Auction

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There's nothing like an experienced charity auctioneer's coaching when it comes to a high-profit fundraising auction. And I was quite impressed with the tips that Sherry Trular of Red Apple Auctions shared with us this week in our  Highly…

Create a Profitable Fundraising Event Plan

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Do you have a solid fundraising event plan and timeline? One that will guarantee a solid ROI? Fundraising events take a lot of time and energy. Love ‘em or hate ‘em, fundraising events are here to stay. They are part of the…

How to Ask Your Donors for Feedback So They’ll Love You Even More

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Have you tried asking your donors for feedback? This is a huge new trend that smart fundraisers are spearheading. Why can donor feedback be so important?   How can you send communications to donors if you don't know if they like what…

How to Nail Your Online Messaging to Your Donors

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Kivi Leroux Miller of Nonprofitmarketingguide.com is one of the smartest communications gurus anywhere. What I like about Kivi’s approach is that she cuts to the chase - no fluff, no bull. It’s straightforward advice on how to shape your…
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