Straight from the dugout, Pat McLaughlin shares how to "pitch" the right "ask" and "walks" you through his prized baseball collection and colloquialisms. Check out more answers to frequently asked fundraising questions in our "Pat Answers" Video Series. View Video ...
From his backyard, Ron answers this very important question on building donor capacity while beavers are building theirs as well! Could at any moment a crazed beaver take over Ron's video? For more answers to frequently asked fundraising questions, take a look at our "Pat...
“Catch for us the foxes, the little foxes that ruin the vineyards, our vineyards that are in bloom” Song of Songs 2:15. It’s the little things that drive wedges between you and your donors. The Bridegroom warned his Bride to catch the little foxes that would...
As we dealt with much of the U.S. economy grinding to a halt over the past three months, non-profits have felt the impact. Now, even as we begin to move forward, we continue to see an increase in what we refer to here at The...
We’ve all heard the expression, “Third time’s the charm,” and I’m confident that sometimes, that is the case. The giving figures for 2019 were release on Tuesday. Once again, giving in America eclipsed all other nations, no one else was even close. There is generosity and philanthropic DNA in America. Across the board, giving was $449...
How can busy backyard beavers help you assess which donors to pursue? From his backyard, Ron answers these important questions where at any moment, he worries a crazed beaver might take over his video… View Ron's Video ...
How do you get your donors to invest themselves in your mission? What does networking mean to you? It's all about relationships and it's not rocket science. 3 - 2 - 1 ...
In our recent Zoom panel discussion last week, one of our guests talked about the need to keep a long- term attitude or perspective as we negotiate through this COIVID-19 pandemic. This idea resonated with all of us on the panel. Greg Kelley, CEO & President...
As non-profit leaders, we all know the importance of good, ongoing communication with our supporters and friends. Communication of our message in a meaningful way is an essential part of the fundraising formula. It is important that we keep our vision out front. During this...
“For I know your eagerness to help, and I have been boasting about it to the Macedonians, telling them that since last year you in Achaia were ready to give; and your enthusiasm has stirred most of them to action” (2 Corinthians 9:2). "Help, I'm Not Good At Fundraising!" Peter served...
