June 6, 2018
How to avoid losing touch with your supporters using NCOAFundraisers always strive to write appeal letters that inspire donors to contribute, but even the most compelling appeal letter won’t bring in results if donors don’t receive it. As you plan your next appeal mailing, consider running your database through the National Change of Address…
Read ArticleMay 1, 2018
4 strategies to make the most of your development committeeDevelopment committees have the potential to turbocharge your development efforts, but managing them can sometimes feel like a tedious chore. One time, I hit a point where I felt like the committee chair and I were stuck in a rut. We spent most of our…
Read ArticleApril 23, 2018
Using online forms to simplify your workAre you looking for an opportunity to put technology to work at your nonprofit? Our newest ebook, Using Online Forms to Simplify Your Workload, provides some great examples on how nonprofits such as yours have used web-based forms to save valuable time by easily collecting…
Read ArticleMarch 14, 2018
How to avoid the stress of last-minute event sponsorship details Managing the details of event sponsorships can quickly dominate a fundraiser’s time in the weeks and days leading up to your organization’s special event. Luckily, you can save yourself the stress of dealing with last-minute event sponsorship details by following some or all of…
Read ArticleFebruary 22, 2018
Should your organization start a membership program?How can you decide if launching a membership program is right for your organization? To gain some insights, I talked with Gayle L. Gifford of Cause & Effect Inc. With over 30 years of experience providing consulting services to nonprofits, Gayle has seen many organizations grapple…
Read ArticleFebruary 8, 2018
5 meaningful ways to show extra love to your donors Years ago, I worked at a small historic house museum. The staff consisted of the executive director and me, both working part-time. We juggled the varied tasks of fundraising, leading visitors on tours of the house, caring for historic objects, and making sure the…
Read ArticleJanuary 23, 2018
5 secrets to success in your new fundraising jobWhenever you start a new fundraising job, the first several months can be overwhelming. We believe these five tips will help set you up for success, especially if you’re in a small shop. Tip #1: Get to know your board members. Review the board…
Read ArticleJanuary 8, 2018
New Year’s resolutions for fundraisersThe beginning of the new year marks an opportunity for fundraisers to catch their breath after the hustle and bustle of year-end appeals. Now is the time to reflect on the year behind and adjust or expand development efforts in the year ahead. We’ve gathered…
Read ArticleNovember 21, 2017
How can you make the most of a nonprofit milestone?When I think of nonprofit milestone or anniversary celebrations, I see visions of black tie galas. For someone like me, who has primarily fundraised for small nonprofit organizations, the prospect of organizing an event like that is daunting. How will all other daily fundraising operations…
Read ArticleOctober 31, 2017
4 ideas to make the most of #GivingTuesday#GivingTuesday, celebrated on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving, launches the charitable giving season at the end of the year. While Black Friday and Cyber Monday kick off the holiday shopping season, #GivingTuesday is about making a difference in our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. Here are…
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