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Giving to LGBTQ+ Nonprofits
Are you leading an LGBTQ+ organization and struggling to create sustainable funding? According to the LGBTQ+ Index report, by Indiana...

Brian
Apr 10, 20243 min read


4 Steps to Creating a Culture of Philanthropy
What is a “culture of philanthropy?” What are the benefits? Creating a culture of philanthropy can grow your organization’s mission and...

Brian
Feb 22, 20244 min read


Providing Value with Donor Visits
Donor visits provide value and build trust with your nonprofit.

Brian
Feb 7, 20243 min read


Why Segmentation = Good Fundraising.
An apple isn’t an orange, and an orange isn’t a kiwi. Your first-time donor isn’t like your retained donor and your retained donor may...

Brian
Jan 10, 20243 min read


Creating Your Stewardship Plan
A stewardship plan can make all the difference.

Brian
Dec 21, 20233 min read


Six Steps to Your Fundraising Plan
Fundraising and stewardship plans come in all shapes and sizes and can seem overwhelming if you haven’t created one. Even if you have...

Brian
Dec 14, 20232 min read


Can Closing the Trust Gap Lead to Increased Funding?
Early GivingTuesday reporting showed giving remained flat despite inflation and so much uncertainty in the world right now. Donor...

Brian
Nov 30, 20231 min read


Fundraising Metrics can be Your Friend.
A lot of your time and energy goes into fundraising: thank you calls to donors, sending fundraising appeals, event planning, hand-written...

Brian
Nov 22, 20232 min read


Get on the Love Bus! Getting Board Members to raise money in December!
Get your board to help raise money for your end-of-year campaign.
saggi11
Nov 8, 20232 min read


Stuck Like Glue!
I’m always reminded of Sugarland’s song, “Stuck Like Glue”, when I think about donor stewardship. “Absolutely no one who knows me better...
saggi11
Oct 25, 20232 min read


The Fundraising 360°
Wondering how to take your fundraising to the next level? The Fundraising 360° might be what you're looking for.
saggi11
Oct 19, 20232 min read


You want me to do what…Fundraise?
Too often, when we talk about a “culture of philanthropy” it’s assumed everyone tied to the organization should be asking for money. The...
saggi11
Sep 8, 20232 min read


Fundraising is a Team Effort
No doubt you get many emails every day. However, today, you receive a random email from someone at a foundation asking to meet with you...

Brian
Aug 8, 20232 min read
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