by The Fundraising Coach Contributor | Aug 13, 2023 | 3. Ask
One of the most profitable events a nonprofit can host is a charity auction. These events give donors a new way to support your organization while being highly cost-effective. Auctions are also very flexible and can be adapted for a number of audiences and goals. We...
by The Fundraising Coach Contributor | Aug 8, 2023 | 3. Ask, Guest Posts
Before you can dive into leading a text fundraising campaign, you need to familiarize yourself with nonprofit text messaging best practices. One of the most important components of running a successful text-to-give campaign is drafting effective, persuasive messages...
by The Fundraising Coach Contributor | Jul 27, 2023 | 3. Ask
This article is contributed by Murad Bushnaq, Founder and CEO of Morweb. As a nonprofit professional, you understand the importance of a strong online marketing strategy. By tapping into digital channels and creating quality content, your organization can expand its...
by Marc A. Pitman | Jul 25, 2023 | 3. Ask
I talk with a lot of nonprofit leaders who get really, really nervous about the wording of their fundraising ask. While I love the intentionality they show in wanting the right words, their fretting reminds me of power ties in the 80’s. Do you remember those? In...
by Marc A. Pitman | Jun 22, 2023 | 3. Ask
The latest GivingUSA numbers are out. And the numbers aren’t pretty. Yes, the USA recorded over $499 billion was given from non-government sources last year. But the trend of fewer individuals giving accelerated. Individuals gave a 64% of the total – still...
by Marc A. Pitman | Jun 13, 2023 | 2. Engage, 3. Ask, 4. Love (Stewardship), Fundraising Secrets
Successful fundraising is built with human relationships. It’s not a mechanical process that you can “turn on” when you need it. I find it’s better to build a habit of consistent communication with donors and prospect rather than trying to...
