
Events 101
After the disruptions caused by COVID-19, in-person fundraising events are back and in full swing. When planning events, it’s natural to feel rusty after so

After the disruptions caused by COVID-19, in-person fundraising events are back and in full swing. When planning events, it’s natural to feel rusty after so

I’ve written previously about high-impact summer activities. These quiet months are ideal for tackling time-intensive tasks before the pace picks up in the fall. Also,

Last year, I shared my thoughts on the basics of board engagement. One of my key pillars is to approach fundraising responsibilities holistically beyond required

When building your organization’s board of directors, it often feels daunting to ensure that all of the bases are covered. In addition to selecting the

My recent conversations with several clients have revealed the significant impact that the pandemic has had on their fundraising—and not in the way you think.

There is no doubt that 2023 will bring economic uncertainty. With big tech layoffs, inflation, and a volatile stock market, the conditions are ripe for

Fundraising comes with quite a bit of jargon. For those who are new or just building their development shops, terms are not always clear and

Donor retention is critical to our missions. This is true from a financial perspective—it is cheaper to retain donors than acquire new ones—but also from

Year end usually arrives with a mix of excitement and dread for fundraisers. If all goes well and the gifts come in, the pace can

A recent conversation with a colleague prompted me to think about “norms” in fundraising. We hold assumptions about who succeeds in the profession, the ways
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