Everything you'll need to make sure you ask well -
- whether face-to-face, online, or in the mail!
Step 1: Research
The tools, tactics, and strategy for setting the foundation of your fundraising: researching your project AND researching your prospect.
Step 2: Engage
Donors want to know that we see them more as people than as ATMs. Here you'll learn to do that over many months or over a cup of coffee.
Step 3: Ask
The other steps make this step easier. But without the ask, there is no fundraising! Here you'll learn all you need to know about each step of successfully asking in a ways donors feel excited to give!
Step 4: Love
Retaining donors is the single most cost effective way to fundraise. This section shows you how to show your appreciation to all your donors in ways they like. And how to deal with the ones you don't!
Effective Fundraising Letters
Writing fundraising letters is a well tested science...and one that breaks just about every "common sense" rule your board or boss can dream up.
Fundraising Events
Although they're the least cost efficient way to raise money, fundraising events are a staple for nonprofits. Here you'll learn how to do them right.
Online Fundraising
The data is in. You can no longer say your donors aren't online. Online donations are the single largest growth area in nonprofit fundraising. Here's how you do it right.
Storytelling
No matter how digital our world gets, we human beings are still moved to action by the age old communication of storytelling. In this section, you’ll learn how to create effective stories, how to develop stories that will speak directly to your perfect donor, and how to help your board and volunteers speak practically from the same script as your staff.
Fundraising Kick
No matter how digital our world gets, we human beings are still moved to action by the age old communication of storytelling. In this section, you’ll learn how to create effective stories, how to develop stories that will speak directly to your perfect donor, and how to help your board and volunteers speak practically from the same script as your staff.
People Skills
At its heart, fundraising is a people business. This section shares some of the best ways smooth the way in your relationships. And deal with difficult people without losing your mind.
Goal Setting, Time Management, and Travel Hacks
Leadership is vital in any level of fundraising. This section covers goal setting and time management. You'll even learn some travel hacks.
Tips for Board Members
As a board member, you are your nonprofit's secret weapon. This section will give you strategies and tips to excel in your work.
Fundraising Coach Courses
Designed to go in more depth than a normal webinar, these multi-part Fundraising Coach courses come with homework, assessments, and individual online communities to help you implement all you learn.
Ask Without Fear!® Online Videos
The online edition of the complete Ask Without Fear! DVD. Marc went into the studio to film this. It's perfect for both nonprofit boards and nonprofit staff.