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”
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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”
7 Fundraising lessons from The Emmys
Been gone a while. Long story short…I’m back. And the winner is….. 1. Practice your speech I’m sure Seth Meyers practiced in the mirror. Don’t stress out.… Read more “7 Fundraising lessons from The Emmys”
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”