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Donor Heart and Mind: Write with Intention
Communicating to donors with intention and segmentation in mind.

Brian
Mar 102 min read
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Funding Resilience for Small Arts and LGBTQ+ Nonprofits: Diversifying fundraising with these 4 Tips
4 things small nonprofits can do to diversify funding.

Brian
Feb 184 min read
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Amidst Fear and Chaos, Nonprofits Light the Way
Nonprofits are needed, especially in times of fear and chaos.

Brian
Feb 33 min read
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A Crucial Skill for Small Arts and LGBTQ+ Nonprofits
One of the most powerful tools at your disposal is often overlooked: the art of listening.

Brian
Jan 234 min read
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5 Things Small Arts and LGBTQ+ Nonprofits Can Do in Q1 for Fundraising Success
5 things you can do in Q1 for successful fundraising.

Brian
Jan 122 min read
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Turning Donors into Champions
Turning Donors into Champions

Brian
Dec 11, 20243 min read
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Transformation: First-Time Donors becoming Lifelong Supporters
Increasing donor retention with long lasting relationships.

Brian
Dec 11, 20244 min read
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A Donor’s Journey: Engagement
When potential donors have moved through the stages of awareness and evaluation, they’re prepared to take that next, crucial step: giving.

Brian
Dec 5, 20244 min read
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Evaluation – Building Interest and Connection with Potential Donors
Prospective donors are taking notice of your nonprofit. Now what?

Brian
Nov 12, 20244 min read
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Two Key Questions to Ask Every Donor: Unlocking Deeper Engagement for Arts and LGBTQ+ Nonprofits
There are 2 key questions every donor should be asked.

Brian
Oct 14, 20243 min read
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5 Tips for Your Successful End-of-Year Fundraising using a Culture of Philanthropy
As the year winds down, many nonprofits ramp up their fundraising efforts to meet annual goals and set the stage for the year ahead. The...

Brian
Sep 3, 20243 min read
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Starting Your Major Gifts Program: It's Like Growing a Garden.
Are you thinking about starting a major gifts program? Read this blog!

Brian
Jul 17, 20243 min read
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Cultivating Success: 10 Ways Board Members Can Raise Funds for Nonprofits
Board members play a pivotal role in the flourishing of nonprofit organizations. Much like gardeners tending to a thriving garden, their...

Brian
Jun 26, 20243 min read
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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
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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
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Providing Value with Donor Visits
Donor visits provide value and build trust with your nonprofit.

Brian
Feb 7, 20243 min read
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Why Your Small Nonprofit needs a Board Retreat.
I recall my time working at smaller nonprofits and feeling like there was so much to do and not enough time to do it. I was operating...

Brian
Jan 24, 20242 min read
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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
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Creating Your Stewardship Plan
A stewardship plan can make all the difference.

Brian
Dec 21, 20233 min read
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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
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