For years, I was firmly anti-SWAG—convinced donor dollars should never fund mugs, totes, or tchotchkes. But then a surprise gift arrived: a simple pair of socks from an animal welfare org I love. That small gesture completely changed my perspective on what great SWAG can do. Here is why..
Allison Fine and I discuss the need to transform nonprofit fundraising from a transactional to a relational model, leverage technology to build meaningful donor relationships, and create a more sustainable and joyful fundraising environment.
Congrats! A funder is considering donating to your nonprofit and they have questions. For some, this request instills panic. Here is how to prepare!
Conservative and risk-averse boards tend to lower expectations and pull back on fundraising during an election year. In this episode with Tom Kissane, Vice Chairman of CCS Fundraising, he shares compelling reasons to go boldly forward with your organization’s fundraising efforts in 2024.
Watch this very special video post to learn the facts about fundraising in an election year.
Here are 5 important lessons that apply to both fundraising and dating. A team member actually tried them out! Did she get a second date?
Let’s unpack the truth about board fundraising expectations…
Raising money isn’t the ONLY measure of fundraising success, but it’s definitely one of them. If you’re still looking for answers to the question, “Why is my org not raising more money?” download this free resource. You might find the key to your next fundraising event’s success!
Nonprofit storytelling can light a fire in the belly of any and everyone you meet and inspire them to join your mission. Keep reading to learn the way and get a free template to help you get your storytelling right.
I get this question a lot. Here’s an assessment tool you can use to figure out the right answers (with advice on what to do about it).
Here are five benefits for a give and get policy. I bet you will find that at least one of them will offer you an ‘AHA’ moment.
“Can you look through your contacts and identify folks you will talk to about our organization? We need names.” Why is this such a difficult question for board members? Here’s a way to get your board to share contacts.