People First
Honour Our Fallen On Remembrance Day 2024

Be sure to honour our fallen heroes this Remembrance Day by wearing a poppy and thanking the Veterans in our lives.

Honour Our Fallen On Remembrance Day 2024
board fundraising, board members, fundraising, Giving Tuesday
People First
3 Ways To Get Your Board Members Involved In ...

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.

3 Ways To Get Your Board Members Involved In Fundraising On Giving Tuesday
funders, foundations, funding
People First
Funder Profiles #7: The J.W. McConnell Family ...

Since our goal with Funder Profiles is to keep you informed of Canada’s greatest change-making funding bodies, it’s prudent that we feature one of Canada’s largest, oldest and most progressive private foundations.

Funder Profiles #7: The J.W. McConnell Family Foundation
board members, charities, Executive Director
People First
Sometimes A Change Of Scenery Is Just What The ...

Sometimes when an Executive Director is no longer taken seriously by her or his board, and complacency is the predominant emotion, a change in leadership might be the silver bullet for all parties.

Sometimes A Change Of Scenery Is Just What The Doctor Ordered
fundraising, fundraising campaigns
People First
FUNDRAISING DOs & DON'Ts #12

Many months have lapsed since our last FUNDRAISING DOs & DON’Ts entry. So it’s only rational to resume the series with some straight-forward advice regarding the management of special fundraising campaigns. 

FUNDRAISING DOs & DON'Ts #12
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INTRODUCING OUR NEW WEEKLY FEATURE: FUNDRAISING DOs & DON’Ts

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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.

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WOW!! SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS NAMED #17 BEST CHARITY BLOG ON FEEDSPOT

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WOW!! SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS NAMED #17 BEST CHARITY BLOG ON FEEDSPOT

Holy cow!  On Thursday on this week, I received a notification in our Twitter account that our Sustainable Solutions Blog was just named number 17 on Feedspot.com’s “35 Best Canadian Charity Blogs and Websites” in 2023!!

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

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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.

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HAPPY CANADA DAY 2023!

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HAPPY CANADA DAY 2023!

As we celebrate this Canada Day, please take a moment to reflect on how we can redress and resolve the wrongdoings committed in our history so we may all move forward and thrive as a nation.

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

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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. 

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

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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.

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

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"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.

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

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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.

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The Impractical Nature Of Thoughts & Prayers During Times Of Strife

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The Impractical Nature Of Thoughts & Prayers During Times Of Strife

Thoughts and prayers are beautiful expressions of support and partially alleviate the immense pain experienced by the family members and friends of victims of school shootings and other senseless acts of violence. But they do little to prevent future horrific acts of brutality. Perhaps the solution begins with each of us embracing habits that force us to examine the issue more closely.

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

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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.

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

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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!

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BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: OUR FIRST VIRTUAL DONOR STEWARDSHIP BOOT CAMP

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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!!

 
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Proven Fundraising Strategies for Community and Grassroots Organizations