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More Half-Year Resolutions That Will Improve Your Fundraising

More Half-Year Resolutions That Will Improve Your Fundraising

Last year at this time we presented a few resolutions that one could adopt for the remaining six months of 2023 that would strengthen their charity’s fundraising efforts. Today we’re pleased to share with you another series of half-year resolutions that are certain will improve your fund development practices:

Begin Preparing For Your First Thanking Season Years In Advance

Begin Preparing For Your First Thanking Season Years In Advance

Although it may not occur for years, it is never too early for a charity to start planning the launch of the pinnacle of its donor relations system - The Thanking Season.

Too Shy To Say “Thank You”? Just Include It In Regular Conversation

Too Shy To Say “Thank You”? Just Include It In Regular Conversation

Do you feel awkward or uncomfortable thanking donors on behalf of your organization for their support? Simply include a “thank you” in conversations that you are already planning to have with donors. Here are three (3) types of conversations with donors where this tactic can be effectively employed.

FUNDRAISING DOs & DON'Ts #9

FUNDRAISING DOs & DON'Ts #9

In this installation of “FUNDRAISING DOs & DON’Ts”, we explore the relative importance of a pair of metrics that we tend to monitor when executing funding campaigns. One is an extraordinarily common variable that perhaps gets tracked too closely, while the other unequivocally demands more of our attention.

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.

FUNDRAISING DOs & DON’Ts #3

FUNDRAISING DOs & DON’Ts #3

Maintaining accurate and up-to-date donor records is an integral piece of every charity’s fund development infrastructure, and the third installment of “FUNDRAISING DOs & DON’Ts” speaks about its importance.

INTRODUCING OUR NEW WEEKLY FEATURE: FUNDRAISING DOs & DON’Ts

INTRODUCING OUR NEW WEEKLY FEATURE: FUNDRAISING DOs & DON’Ts

We are thrilled to introduce a catchy new weekly feature in our Sustainable Solutions Blog: “FUNDRAISING DOs & DON’Ts”. Each week, we will acquaint you with practices, methods and approaches that your charity, church, club or community group should absolutely embrace and avoid as a part of its fundraising plans. For our inaugural entry, we will discuss a pair of vital points regarding every charity’s donor relations strategies.

How Do You Properly Reconnect With Lapsed Supporters?

How Do You Properly Reconnect With Lapsed Supporters?

Regaining the support of a disenchanted lapsed donor who departed under unpleasant circumstances is never an easy task and is certainly not for the faint of heart. So how do you welcome unhappy former supporters back to the fold?

5 Traits Every Fundraiser Should Possess

5 Traits Every Fundraiser Should Possess

Ever wonder what personality traits you need to be a successful fundraiser? After 25 years in the non-profit sector, I believe I have identified the five most vital characteristics that most accomplished fund development professionals share.