donor stewardship

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.

FUNDRAISING DOs & DON’Ts #10

FUNDRAISING DOs & DON’Ts #10

In this chapter of “FUNDRAISING DOs & DON’Ts”, we will explore why and how relatively new and peppy volunteers who haven’t yet found their place within the charity are excellent candidates play the role as Ambassadors who get conversations started with donors.

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.

3 FUNDRAISING "HALF-YEAR" RESOLUTIONS THAT YOU SHOULD MAKE & PURSUE THIS SUMMER

3 FUNDRAISING "HALF-YEAR" RESOLUTIONS THAT YOU SHOULD MAKE & PURSUE THIS SUMMER

Have you failed to keep your New Year’s fundraising resolution? Fear not, for the arrival of summer offers us a unique opportunity to recommit to them for the balance of the year. In this Sustainable Solutions Blog entry, we explore three (3) fundraising resolutions that you should pursue between July and December.

FAILED TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF GOOD CRISIS DURING COVID? HERE’S HOW YOU CAN MAKE UP FOR IT

FAILED TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF GOOD CRISIS DURING COVID? HERE’S HOW YOU CAN MAKE UP FOR IT

Are you afraid that your charity wasted wasted a grand opportunity to strengthen your relationships with your donors and volunteers during the pandemic?  Fear not, as it is still possible if you keep these important points in mind. 

Early Bird Registration For Our New Virtual Donor Stewardship Boot Camp Opens January 22nd, 2023!

Early Bird Registration For Our New Virtual Donor Stewardship Boot Camp Opens January 22nd, 2023!

We are thrilled to announce that Early Bird Registration for our Donor Stewardship Boot Camp opens January 22nd, 2023. Hope you can join us to discover the key to your organization’s future sustainability!

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: OUR FIRST VIRTUAL DONOR STEWARDSHIP BOOT CAMP

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: OUR FIRST VIRTUAL DONOR STEWARDSHIP BOOT CAMP

We are excited to announce the launch of our Four-Day Virtual Donor Stewardship Boot Camp taking place from Tuesday, April 11th to Friday, April 14th, 2023. Registration will open very soon and we encourage you to visit our website often for updates. Join us to discover the key to fundraising sustainability!!

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.

10 Questions Every Charity Should Ask When Stewarding Relations with Their Donors

10 Questions Every Charity Should Ask When Stewarding Relations with Their Donors

Establishing an ongoing two-way conversation with its donors is a crucial part of building a sustainable and passionate base of support for any charity. It enables an organization to learn about their donors’ interests, talents, connections and giving abilities so they may guide their supporters along their philanthropic journey. However, the task of initiating a meaningful and informative conversation can be an awkward and mysterious experience for many charities. In this article we present ten (10) fundamental questions that an organization can ask their donors to kick-start a compelling long-term discussion.

Three (3) Questions Every Charity Should Ask Themselves Before Getting Serious About Fundraising

Three (3) Questions Every Charity Should Ask Themselves Before Getting Serious About Fundraising

For the first time in their existence, many charities are suddenly getting serious about fundraising since their survival in the post-pandemic world demands it. Here are three (3) questions every organization should ponder prior to engaging in that endeavour.

My Video Presentation For TechSoup Canada & NetSquared Toronto: "The Importance of a Fundraising CRM"

We are pleased to share the video of the presentation the I delivered with Syed Mudassir of Call Hub for TechSoup and NetSquared Toronto entitled “The Importance of a Fundraising CRM”.

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.