There’s Never Been a Good Time to Fundraise As a fundraiser, do you ever look at the calendar or the news or the economy, and think: this is the worst possible time to ask anyone for anything? You’re not alone. I’ve been in nonprofit fundraising...
Nonprofit leadership might be one of the hardest forms of leadership on the planet. Think about what you’re actually doing. You’re working to make seismic changes in communities, often with razor-thin margins for error. You’re doing some of the...
They Gave to You. Now Help Them Love the Mission. After 25 years working with nonprofit leaders, I’ve watched a lot of fundraisers retire. Some leave well. Their major donors stay engaged, continue giving, and develop meaningful relationships with the next...
Or “How to show up more authentically with board members” This past week, I was at a board retreat. Not facilitating a board retreat like I normally do. But attending the board retreat as a board member! And my experience may help you with your nonprofit...
Good morning, Marc, With all the receipting and reporting you need to do this week, it’s easy to forget the most important part of the fundraising process: thanking. Ok. The second most important. Asking is obviously more important. But thanking is hugely...
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