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From Outcast to Belonging: The Power of Knowing Your Why
Across the sector, only about one in five first-time donors makes a second gift the following year.
Brian
Jan 293 min read


Most First-Time Donors Do This Next. Do You Know What It Is?
Across the sector, only about one in five first-time donors makes a second gift the following year.
Brian
Jan 213 min read


A Path to Resilience in the Arts
Now more than ever, it’s time for arts organizations to get creative beyond the stage or studio—to build partnerships with other nonprofits that can expand impact, strengthen infrastructure, and unlock new opportunities for funding.
Brian
Jul 21, 20252 min read


Funding with Pride: Lessons from Lambda Legal
5 simple things LGBTQ+ nonprofits can do today to build trust and increase funding.
Brian
Jul 2, 20253 min read


Small Budget, Big Insight: The Power of Donor Surveys
When you’re a small or mid-sized nonprofit, every donor relationship matters. And yet, we often guess at what our donors care about or why they give. That’s where donor surveys come in. Done right, they’re one of the most powerful tools we have to build trust, deepen engagement, and raise more money.
Brian
Jun 24, 20253 min read


Where Love Leads We Rise
Celebrating gay pride with meaning.
Brian
Jun 1, 20253 min read


Outsourced, Not Outmatched: How Fractional Fundraisers Fuel Growth
Hiring a full-time development director might not be financially feasible, but that doesn’t mean you’re stuck. A growing number of nonprofits are turning to fractional fundraisers—and for good reason.
Brian
May 28, 20253 min read


5 Steps Small Nonprofits Can Do to Build Donor T.R.U.S.T.
5 Steps to Build Trust with Donors
Brian
May 22, 20253 min read


Rekindling the Flame: Re-Engaging Donors You’ve Been Overlooking
Been awhile since you thanked your donors? This article gives you tips on how to rekindle the relationships and keep them.
Brian
May 13, 20253 min read
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