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Donor Solicitation: Making the Ask
Last year, I shared my favorite questions to guide donor cultivation. That post was the first in a series on my favorite conversation starters, transition questions, and asks. I’m pleased
Donor Cultivation: Starting Conversations with New and Prospective Donors
My posts on fundraising phrases and questions to uncover donors’ stories are consistently popular on the LBG website. I think readers are hungry for practical advice on donor cultivation, and
How to Manage Fundraisers
Before founding Little Bean Group, I managed several large fundraising teams. I saw firsthand how sound management contributes to individual and group achievement. Yet, managing fundraisers also brings particular challenges. What are the special concerns for managing fundraising teams? This question feels urgent now. We are in a national moment
How to Manage Fundraisers
Before founding Little Bean Group, I managed several large fundraising teams. I saw firsthand how sound management contributes to individual and group achievement. Yet, managing fundraisers also brings particular challenges. What are the special concerns for managing fundraising teams? This question feels urgent now. We are in a national moment
How To Create A Fundraising Strategic Plan
We have all heard of organizational strategic plans. We all know that fundraising is a critical component of a larger organizational plan and generates the resources needed to achieve
Building Your Thanking Philosophy Through Creativity, Care, and Intention
This article appears in the Spring 2023 edition of Advancing Philanthropy, the magazine of the Association of Fundraising Professionals. It’s hard to overstate the importance of properly thanking donors. Thanking
Thanking Donors: A Toolkit
Just before Thanksgiving, I received a lovely email from the local yoga studio where I practice. On the subject of gratitude, the owners shared the following: “It’s easy to toss
Little Bean Group’s 2023 Holiday Gift Guide
How we spend our hard-earned resources is an expression of our values. I focus on this point even more during the holiday season, when I tend to spend more on
Engaging Lapsed Donors
Last month, I shared thoughts on re-engaging with supporters who have not yet given this year. I hope that the tips on personalized communication helped to build momentum and revive
A Personal Giving Guide for Giving Tuesday
As a nonprofit fundraising professional, I am fascinated by how different organizations utilize Giving Tuesday. As a donor, I find Giving Tuesday overwhelming. The emails and social media messages are
Donor Cultivation: Starting Conversations with New and Prospective Donors
My posts on fundraising phrases and questions to uncover donors’ stories are consistently popular on the LBG website. I think readers are hungry for practical advice on donor cultivation, and
Revitalizing Work Habits
Fall is a great time of year to examine your current habits, think about what is and isn’t working for you, and make adjustments. In the midst of back-to-school season,
Re-engaging With Supporters
Earlier this year, I wrote about using down time in the summer to dig into donor data. This exercise can help you get the full picture of your fundraising efforts