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3 Ways To Get Your Board Members Involved In Fundraising On Giving Tuesday

3 Ways To Get Your Board Members Involved In Fundraising On Giving Tuesday

Encouraging board members to play a fundraising role is an uphill battle for charities of all types and sizes. The good news is that Giving Tuesday offers us a unique opportunity to increase our boards’ enthusiasm on all matters related to fundraising.

WHY SEARCHING FOR CORE OPERATING GRANTS IS UNWISE

WHY SEARCHING FOR CORE OPERATING GRANTS IS UNWISE

New and burgeoning charities often are continually in search of funding sources that cover core operating expenses. However, what many organizations fail to consider is how the strict rules and parameters imposed by core funders might limit the impact of their programs and threaten their future viability.

Dealing With Charity Leaders With Negative Views Towards Fundraising

Dealing With Charity Leaders With Negative Views Towards Fundraising

Although no charity should ever exploit the people they serve by unexpectantly asking them to donate what limited money they possess. However, leaving them out of fundraising appeals is also unwise.

FIVE (5) THINGS WE MUST RESPECT WHEN GETTING OUR BOARD INVOLVED IN FUNDRAISING

FIVE (5) THINGS WE MUST RESPECT WHEN GETTING OUR BOARD INVOLVED IN FUNDRAISING

As challenging as getting board members involved in fundraising can be, sometimes it is the charity’s fault for failing to achieve this objective. Here are five (5) important variables every charity must consider when encouraging their board to assume a more active fundraising role.

"The Everyday Philanthropist" By Dan Pallotta Will Change How Many View Fundraising!

"The Everyday Philanthropist" By  Dan Pallotta Will Change How Many View Fundraising!

Struggling to get your boards and volunteers more involved in your charity’s fundraising activities? Read “The Everyday Philanthropist” by Dan Pallotta and learn how you can change the way your organization sees fundraising.

EFFECTIVE STEWARDSHIP STRATEGIES TAKE TIME TO DEVELOP – NEVER RUSH IT!

EFFECTIVE STEWARDSHIP STRATEGIES TAKE TIME TO DEVELOP – NEVER RUSH IT!

Establishing a robust donor stewardship strategy is a major part of a charity's sustainable fundraising plan and requires years to develop. However, rushing it can have devastating consequences for your organization's donor base.

IS EXPECTING 100% OF A CHARITY’S BOARD TO DONATE REALISTIC?

IS EXPECTING 100% OF A CHARITY’S BOARD TO DONATE REALISTIC?

Boards with high giving rates are a sign of a healthy and sustainable fundraising strategy. Yet is it realistic or necessary that all board members donate personally to their organization? In this blog entry we explore various ways that charities can generate greater personal gifts from its board members even if some choose not to donate.

Start This Year Of Promise Right By Thanking Some Of Your Supporters

Start This Year Of Promise Right By Thanking Some Of Your Supporters

Hit the ground running towards this promising year of rebirth by performing the simple task of thanking and engaging some of our generous and dedicated donors and volunteers.

Should Board Members Be Expected To Donate Financially To Their Charities?

Should Board Members Be Expected To Donate Financially To Their Charities?

Asking non-profit Board members to donate financially when they already give so much of their time and energy might seem unfair to some. However, Board members who prefer not to give might be jeopardizing the future well-being of the organizations they govern.

A New Watershed: Viewing Giving Tuesday As An Opportunity To Reset

Give your donors a pass this Giving Tuesday so they can play a bigger role next year