by The Fundraising Coach Contributor | May 11, 2026 | 3. Ask, 4. Love (Stewardship), Donor Evangelists, Fundraising Secrets, Guest Posts
Donor stewardship is more important than ever. In 2025, while nonprofits on average raised more funds, the average donor retention rate dipped to just 18.1%. That means that any increase in funds raised may be tenuous and liable to disappear at any time unless you can...
by Marc A. Pitman | Apr 20, 2026
Capital Campaign Coaching & Advising You’re about to raise more money than your organization has ever raised. You shouldn’t have to figure it out alone. Capital campaigns are thrilling. A building project, an expansion, a vision that’s finally...
by Marc A. Pitman | Mar 14, 2026 | Fundraising Secrets, Personal Leadership
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...
by The Fundraising Coach Contributor | Aug 4, 2025 | 3. Ask, Guest Posts
Gen Z is no longer the future of philanthropy—they’re the present. Their values, digital fluency, and desire for impact make them a uniquely powerful force in today’s giving landscape. Yet even though over 80% of Gen Z have supported charitable causes, nonprofits...
by The Fundraising Coach Contributor | May 30, 2025 | 3. Ask, Fundraising Secrets, Guest Posts
When your nonprofit aims to maximize donor outreach, you’re likely hoping to reach new supporters or secure recurring donations. However, there’s a source of funding you may be overlooking—planned giving. Planned giving is a strategic approach that can benefit your...