Yesterday a friend sent me Fred Wilson’s recent post, The End of Pay and Pray – who, as a result of GoFundMe’s purchase of Crowdrise, essentially argues… Read more “The Death of the Database?”
Does Jordan score with race-based philanthropy?
For any kid who grew up playing basketball, Michael Jordan is already a hero. We also know he rarely chimes in on social issues in the media… Read more “Does Jordan score with race-based philanthropy?”
7 secrets to a successful fundraising event
Love ’em or hate ’em, events are a right of passage for a strong fundraising program. Here’s how to keep them from driving you crazy… 1. Decide… Read more “7 secrets to a successful fundraising event”
The Newest Thinking in Fundraising
As the nonprofit sector professionalizes and moves from only a handful of ‘nonprofit masters’ programs to over 300 today, its sub-fields also move forward. A growing number of… Read more “The Newest Thinking in Fundraising”
Cost comparisons for fundraising platforms
Today I’m speaking at an AFP event on ‘The Anatomy of Campaigns” where we’ll talk specifically about online fundraising campaigns. There are lots of sites and apps… Read more “Cost comparisons for fundraising platforms”
20 Nonprofit interview questions…translated
I’ve been in my fair share of interviews…on both sides. Here are some of the best questions I’ve ever used or heard asked, along with what you’re… Read more “20 Nonprofit interview questions…translated”
7 Leadership Lessons from Gene Tempel
Last night I had the incredible honor of attending the retirement celebration for Gene Tempel. Gene is the Founding Dean of the Indiana University Lilly Family School of… Read more “7 Leadership Lessons from Gene Tempel”
6 email secrets that will change your life
A picture is worth a thousand words. Here’s a picture of my inbox. That’s right, it’s empty! Here’s how. 1. Spinweb’s Inbox Zero webinar I’d encourage you… Read more “6 email secrets that will change your life”
Choosing Charities
There aren’t too many people who seek and enjoy awkwardness like Pete the Planner. Pete’s a personal finance rockstar who also has a huge heart for causes… Read more “Choosing Charities”
Donors are people too
I had a great conversation with a friend last week. He reminded me that as the field of fundraising professionalizes, we are all too quick to ‘systematize’… Read more “Donors are people too”
6 Secrets of Provocative Nonprofit Marketing (NYT cont’d)
I’m honored to be quoted in today’s New York Times article on provocative nonprofit marketing campaigns. David Wallis makes excellent points and shares well-rounded thoughts from the… Read more “6 Secrets of Provocative Nonprofit Marketing (NYT cont’d)”
How to ruin giving
I haven’t been this upset in a long time. I’ve had it up to HERE (*raises hand to top of head*). SOME fundraisers and nonprofit CEOs are… Read more “How to ruin giving”
5 secrets to viral campaign success
I had the tremendous opportunity to speak at #TimmyCon13 this weekend, Timmy Global Health‘s student leadership conference of current and future rockstar health professionals. We discussed viral… Read more “5 secrets to viral campaign success”
How to refresh your info-gathering and sharing prowress
Aaaaaaaand we’re back. Took a little hiatus. I won’t lie, life got in the way. I took this summer weekend to recalibrate how I gather and share… Read more “How to refresh your info-gathering and sharing prowress”
Fundraising is broken. Fix it.
It happened again. And I’ve had it up to here (*as he raises his hand 2 inches above his head*). This post may get me in trouble… Read more “Fundraising is broken. Fix it.”
21 nonprofit uses for Vine and Instagram video
So Twitter launched a new video sharing called Vine and more recently, Instagram joined the party. Vine gives super short (6 second) clips with motion and sound… Read more “21 nonprofit uses for Vine and Instagram video”
Thank you for your trash
I’m upset. I got a call yesterday from a friend of a friend. “Could you guys use some books for the homeless kids you tutor? We want… Read more “Thank you for your trash”
Help give away $1000
Today I’m in Baltimore, presenting at at the AFP International Conference on ‘winning crowd-sourced social media contests’ – but we’re going to do something different… Instead of… Read more “Help give away $1000”
