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What New Heads of School Need To Know About Fundraising
Transitioning into a leadership role is a whirlwind of new responsibilities. It’s critical to establish a fundraising footprint early is
The 5 Minute Donor Stewardship Strategy That Really Works
This blog by Little Bean Group highlights how spending 5 minutes to promptly acknowledge and thank a donor for their
The 3 Most Important Fundraising Metrics
This article from Little Bean Group explains the three most important fundraising metrics: your total fundraising goal, donor retention rate,
What New Heads of School Need To Know About Fundraising
Transitioning into a leadership role is a whirlwind of new responsibilities. It’s critical to establish a fundraising footprint early is vital for long-term success. This guide outlines eight essential strategies
Three Smart Ways to Start the New Year
January can feel like dead time for fundraisers. The last quarter of the calendar year, and December in particular, are busy times for most nonprofits. Many organizations book a significant
2025 Little Bean Group 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
The Fundraising Wellness Edit
I don’t buy into the “wellness industrial complex”. I see “wellness” as a way to get women to buy things they don’t need, and I’m not into it. But I
The 5 Minute Donor Stewardship Strategy That Really Works
This blog by Little Bean Group highlights how spending 5 minutes to promptly acknowledge and thank a donor for their gift can have a big impact on the relationship with
How to Give Charitably this Holiday Season
A friend recently confided in me. She said “I am embarrassed that my family gives away so little money. But I don’t know where to start.” I assured her this
Hoping For A Little Bean
I have spoken publicly about my struggle with infertility over the last decade, but I have never written a full account of my experience. When I do share my experience,
Get Ready for Year-End
Many organizations raise much of their annual budgets in the last quarter of the fiscal year. Preparations for year-end should begin long in advance of the Fall, but you can
Fundraising Friday: Friday, October 17, 2025
The last few months of the calendar year are critical for nonprofit organizations. Many organizations raise a significant portion of their budgets just in this timeframe. Making sure that you
