- Jul 15
Development Committee Fundamentals
A non-profit board’s development committee can be an absolute force, providing a turbo boost of resources.
- May 15
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 15
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 15, 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 15, 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.
