When raising funds, mind the empathy gap
As development staff faced with a June 30 fiscal year-end prepare for the last quarter rush toward their fundraising goals, questions about how best to… Read More »When raising funds, mind the empathy gap
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Three reasons to acknowledge bequest donors during their lifetimes
We recently received notice from a donor couple through our denomination’s foundation that the ministry is named in their will. How do we thank the… Read More »Three reasons to acknowledge bequest donors during their lifetimes
The importance of keeping the lights on
I shudder when I hear fundraisers declare with gospel fervor that raising money for ongoing support is a lost cause — which means I shudder… Read More »The importance of keeping the lights on
5 actions in response to a positive philanthropic outlook
Good news has been a long time coming for the majority of small to mid-size nonprofits, including those with a faith base. So it’s no… Read More »5 actions in response to a positive philanthropic outlook
Three keys to donor retention: interest, respect, and trust
For several years now, fundraising consultants and researchers have sounded the alarm about sorry donor retention rates and it seems all the noise has had… Read More »Three keys to donor retention: interest, respect, and trust
The answer isn’t always “raise more money”
When funds are tight (as is true for the most nonprofits, faith-based included) hopes are pinned on the development program. I hear it all the… Read More »The answer isn’t always “raise more money”
Don’t worry if you missed the year-end giving rush. Generosity hasn’t gone away.
Over the coming months, I look forward to exploring with Generous Matters readers some of the myths and silly tales that inform the way development… Read More »Don’t worry if you missed the year-end giving rush. Generosity hasn’t gone away.
Heh, you. Ministry fundraiser. All donors want for Christmas is information.
This past week, my husband and I received a letter from a Mennonite college where, in partnership with his parents, we established an endowed scholarship… Read More »Heh, you. Ministry fundraiser. All donors want for Christmas is information.
Do you know generosity when you see it?
Generosity is on my mind as I prep for an upcoming conference presentation. In the midst of my pondering, it has occurred to me that… Read More »Do you know generosity when you see it?
Stories are a fundraiser’s best friend
Fundraisers have gone gaga over stories and for good reason. Storytelling is integral to every phase of fundraising, from making the case for support, to… Read More »Stories are a fundraiser’s best friend