Oct 14
From Fumbles to Forgiveness: Rebuilding Donor Trust
The giving season is a great time to reflect on your donor relationships and rebuilding donor trust.
Jul 14
Development Committee Fundamentals
A non-profit board’s development committee can be an absolute force, providing a turbo boost of resources.
May 14
Closing Time: How to Open the Door
How do you make your close become an opening? What is the perfect tone, words, and message that will inspire every guest to take a next s
Mar 14
The Bottom Line Job of an Executive Director
I am often asked “How much time should the Executive Director (ED) spend on fundraising?”
Feb 15
Development During the Other 11 Months
A year-long fundraising calendar with creative engagement opportunities for the months that aren't December.
Nov 15, 2023
How to Grow Your Own Development Associate
A strong development team includes the important position of a development associate. But the talent market is fierce right now.
Oct 14, 2023
So You Lost Your Biggest Funder
As devastating as it is to have lost your biggest funder, you’ve got to maintain a fierce belief your organization will bounce back.
Aug 14, 2023
Now, Unblock That Benefit!
Successful benefits are successful because they are designed around an organization’s established lifetime donors.
Jul 15, 2023
Block That Benefit!
If you do an honest cost/benefit analysis, you might find that an annual benefit would be — well, more costly than you realize.
Jun 15, 2023
Strengthening Your Board's Fundraising Muscle
Don’t "myth out" on your board’s potential! Let’s do some myth busting about non-profit boards and the expectations of nonprofit leaders.
May 15, 2023
Know Thy Donor
Here are some ideas to engage your existing donors in fundraising, and strengthen their role as champions of your mission.
Apr 15, 2023
Your Best Donors Are Your Donors
Concentration on new donors can lead to taking your current donors for granted. And current donors are your best donors.
