Maybe you’re putting the finishing touches on your year-end appeal. Or maybe you’re already thinking about the next one. (Go you!) In either case, there are temptations – usually suggested by someone who doesn’t understand fundraising – that you will need to resist. If you want the appeal to succeed, that is. Temptation one: Keep […]
Mobile Bidding In Your Fundraising Efforts: A Quick Guide
The fundraising software landscape was already wide and extremely varied, but the seismic changes we’ve seen related to virtual events and donor engagement have provided nonprofits with more options than ever before! So which tools do you need to engage donors? What software would benefit your nonprofit in the most impactful ways? What are the […]
Too many cooks spoil the chili – or your next appeal
Or why too many cooks who don’t know what’s already in the pot can make a mess. Years ago, my family was gathered at my parent’s home to celebrate Christmas. By then, we were a big crowd – I have three siblings, and each of us has two children. So my mom planned to make eating […]
What does giving mean?
How do we define giving? In our own lives? With our friends and families? As fundraisers? Do our definitions differ? Tony Martignetti shared a fascinating, yet troubling, piece recently in Vox the other day. “What happened to giving money to charity?” looks at how the ultrawealthy are donating more, but it seems the rest of […]
7 simple things you can do now to energize your year-end appeal
Stressed about fundraising right now? Here are a few ways to energize your year-end appeal. 1. Eliminate the kitchen sink Chances are, no single donor can give your organization everything you need. And that’s good! Strong organizations are built with strong communities of people who all want to help a shared mission. So don’t ask […]
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