I have five hours a week and no budget. Here’s how I fundraise. If you’re the type of person who hates when recipes include the author’s entire life story and 20,000 words about how much they love an expensive brand of butter, then this blog is for you. As a volunteer fundraiser for a community […]
I have five hours a week and no budget. Here’s how I fundraise. When I worked as a professional fundraiser at larger nonprofits, I got to help plan and participate in impactful, effective, and – dare I say – fun fundraising events. I loved wearing (thrifted) fancy dresses to fine arts galas, chatting with athletes […]
Attracting new donors is vital for nonprofit growth. However, the journey doesn’t end with finding them – it’s equally crucial to nurture these relationships long-term.According to a study by the Association of Fundraising Professionals, acquiring a new donor can cost up to five times more than retaining one. Just as nonprofits invest in thorough onboarding […]
I have five hours a week and no budget. Here’s how I fundraise. This blog is written for the founders, one-human-shows, every-hat-wearing, grassroots champions of small and lean nonprofits. As a communicator and former full-time fundraiser, I know that a lot of advice for nonprofits and fundraisers assumes readers already have industry knowledge, connections, and […]
As nonprofit leaders, you have the incredible opportunity to enact positive change and leave a lasting impact on your communities and team. However, even the most well-intentioned leaders encounter internal challenges along the way. By proactively identifying and openly addressing red flags, you can foster a thriving, engaged, and mission-driven workplace.There may be times when […]
You have the privilege of serving your community through your mission. As a leader who serves others, you have countless donors who trust you with their money and their information. As such, it’s important for you to safeguard this revenue and their information by finding strategies that work for you and your team to ensure […]
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