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Four Ways to Set up for Success in the New Year
While many organizations continue to process gifts and work on closing their books until the middle of the month, that doesn’t mean fundraising activity should stop. No matter what was raised at the end of December – and no matter what the donation totals from the prior year – fundraising
Four Ways to Set up for Success in the New Year
While many organizations continue to process gifts and work on closing their books until the middle of the month, that doesn’t mean fundraising activity should stop. No matter what was raised at the end of December – and no matter what the donation totals from the prior year – fundraising
Summer Activities: Digging Into Donor Data
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, with June 30 marking either
AI and Advancement
Over the past few months, we’ve been introduced to new artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT. This new technology has dominated the news for its ability to write in different styles
Preparing for Fiscal Year-End
Many organizations are preparing for the end of the fiscal year on June 30. This year, these preparations occur in an uncertain climate. Economic clouds have been hanging over us
Deepening Board Member Involvement
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 giving and direct involvement in
Setting Up New Board Members for Success
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 right people with diverse expertise,
Retention and Turnover Part II: 3-5 Year Plans
Last month, I explored several ways to increase organizational resiliency in the face of high turnover in the fundraising sector. These suggestions help ensure that core day-to-day functions continue when
Sustaining Momentum Over Time
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. These organizations were quickly able
Retention and Turnover Part I: Increasing Organizational Resiliency
Since COVID-19 upended our working lives, there has been much discussion about the Great Resignation and high turnover across industries. Fundraising has been impacted, but it’s not a new problem
Launching a Monthly Giving Program
Recurring gifts, especially monthly donations, have grown in popularity in recent years. A 2022 report showed that while total online giving grew three percent last year, monthly giving increased by