by Kerri Moore | Jul 27, 2016 | Events
Most of us like to believe that we’d give to charity purely out of the goodness of our hearts. It’s also what we’d hope to be true of our donors.100% altruism. Philanthropy without expectation of reciprocation.But the world doesn’t work that way. That’s why, as...
by A.J. Steinberg | Jul 21, 2016 | Events, Guest Posts
You know it’s there, lurking in the shadows of your workload. You try to avoid it, but sooner or later it must be dealt with. Your organization is relying on you to step in and be the hero.Now is the time to take a stand and conquer your fears. It is time to take that...
by Marc A. Pitman | Mar 23, 2015 | 1. Research, 2. Engage, 3. Ask, 4. Love (Stewardship), Events, Specials
If you raise money for a hospital, or are thinking of moving into that career, you need to register for the The Hospital Fundraising Summit. It's coming April 6 - 12 and gathering 48 of us, giving over 70 sessions!The schedule for The Hospital Fundraising SummitI've...
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by Marc A. Pitman | Mar 10, 2015 | 3. Ask, Board Members, Events, Fundraising Secrets, Question Marc?
Dear Marc,Help!! My board wants to do ANOTHER fundraising event! We're already doing 10 events a year. How can I tell them we don't have the resources to do another one?Stressed in San DiegoMy AnswerDear Stressed,Oh no! I definitely feel your pain! I think your board...
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by Marc A. Pitman | Feb 22, 2013 | Events, Guest Posts
From time-to-time, I get to introduce you to a rock star in my universe, a colleague I trust implicitly. Today I'm thrilled to introduce you to Clover Frederick, a fundraising and marketing expert from Lincoln, Nebraska. I love her idea of fundraising events being a...
by Marc A. Pitman | Feb 5, 2013 | 3. Ask, Board Members, Education Opportunities, Events
I love speaking to groups, helping people get excited about fundraising, and helping groups communicate more effectively.My team is looking at expanding the number of trainings I do. Every month we have people asking to attend a public session near them.If you’re...
