Download Your Printable Version By Wendy McGrady, Executive Vice President Have you been considering a development assessment or feasibility study for months or even years? Moving forward doesn’t have to be as overwhelming as it might feel. As more and more nonprofits around the country are reaching out to us, we want to share some… Read more »
AI + Fundraising = More Time for Donors
Want More Time with Donors? Start Using AI for These 3 Fundraising Tasks By Lindsey Rosenthal Associate Consultant As nonprofit fundraising professionals, we’re all too familiar with the pressures of doing more with fewer resources. Smaller teams. Larger goals. Greater expectations. But what if AI tools could help ease this burden—allowing us to focus on what… Read more »
Accelerate Into the Curve: Fundraising Boldly in Uncertain Times
Accelerate Into the Curve: Fundraising Boldly in Uncertain Times By Wendy McGrady Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer As a new driver, the idea of accelerating into a curve was counterintuitive, even scary. Our instinct is to hit the brakes. Now, as veteran drivers, we know that the key to staying in control is to accelerate… Read more »
How to Create Strong, Strategic Fundraising Plans for the New Year
By Lauren Greene, Consultant Fundraising is core to the success of every nonprofit. It enables these organizations to recruit the strongest staff, enhance their programming and volunteer opportunities, and maximize the impact of the important work they do in their communities every day. Precisely because fundraising is so important, we know it can be intimidating… Read more »
The Power of Storytelling: Harnessing “Your Why” to Elevate Nonprofit Fundraising
The Power of Storytelling: Harnessing “Your Why” to Elevate Nonprofit Fundraising By Kaitlin Robb, Consultant and Director of Marketing When it comes to successful fundraising, storytelling isn’t just a technique: It’s the heart of effective communication. Storytelling allows you to connect emotionally with your supporters, turning abstract missions into personal, relatable experiences. Understanding and articulating “your why”—the… Read more »
Engaging Your Volunteers for Fundraising Success
Engaging Your Volunteers for Fundraising Success By Elizabeth Vana, Client Coordinator Spring is officially here—the days are getting warmer, flowers are blooming, and that pesky pollen is making everyone sniffle. But did you know that April brings so much more than flowers? April is National Volunteer Month! Nonprofits depend on the generosity and expertise… Read more »
“There’s an App for That!”: The Role of Technology in Fundraising
“There’s an App for That!” The Role of Technology in Fundraising By Emily Ruble, Associate Consultant In a world where every day it seems there’s a new app, new website or new social media trend, we as fundraising professionals may ask ourselves how we can harness the power of technology to help us reach our… Read more »
Are You Ready for Your Fundraising Campaign – Let’s Talk Fundraising
Hilary Fulp and Victoria Dietz share practical tips to implement as you consider moving forward with a fundraising campaign. In less than 10 minutes learn the BIG 4! FOUR questions to ask about your organization’s readiness to move forward FOUR benchmarks for successful fundraising FOUR action items to do today To see this video and… Read more »
Improve Your Board’s Engagement-Let’s Talk Fundraising
What Could You Do Today To Help Your Board Be Better Fundraisers Tomorrow? Our Vice President Victoria Dietz has a big picture conversation with Consultant Abby Weber as a follow-up to their recent in-depth presentations on the Role of the Board in Today’s Fundraising Climate. What are the board’s most important roles at your nonprofit?… Read more »
Recorded Webinar – Cultivation and Stewardship in Today’s Fundraising Climate
As we move into yet another season filled with uncertainty, we are all having to function under a new fundraising normal. This new normal still relies on the same successful fundraising cycle, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship, BUT, it now more than ever before depends on creativity and a combination of virtual and in-person approaches. This… Read more »
