Traditional fundraising wisdom, which is still prevalent in many non-profits, uses direct mail for annual gifts and focuses major and planned giving efforts on older donors. These organizations know in theory that to attract lifelong donors they must engage and involve …
Category: Fundraising Strategy
Charity Angels
Non-profits are always looking for ways to get the most out of their fundraising events. Would you consider hiring a trained team of solicitors to work the event crowd at your next golf outing or gala to increase revenue? Staff …
What Fundraisers Can Learn From This Musician
A master crowdfunder, Amanda Palmer’s band exceeded their $100,000 goal and raised almost $1.2 million – the biggest music crowdfunding project to date! What can fundraisers learn from this musician? Lots. Here are a few of my favorite quotes from Amanda’s …
The Fundraising Climate 2013
Due to technical issues beyond my control, I am re-posting this. The original post date was January 28, 2013. The information may still be timely so enjoy reading it for the first time or re-reading it. Feel free to pass …
Conversation with Polk Brothers Foundation, Part 2
The conversation with the Polk Brothers Foundation concluded with a senior officer sharing more about the current fundraising climate and what non-profits can expect when being evaluated. CHARITY AND PHILANTHROPY Non-profit organizations need charity (individual donors) and philanthropy (Foundations). The …
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Conversation with Polk Brothers Foundation, Part 1
Earlier this month, a senior officer with the Polk Brothers Foundation met with a group of local fundraising professionals to discuss the current grant making climate in Chicago. While the comments are specific to the Polk Bros. Foundation, the information is useful for how non-profits …
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Philanthropic Finesse 