Carter Skeel
Wednesday’s presidential debate presented a vivid illustration of the power of a coherent narrative. Fundraisers should sit up and take notice.
In “A Spirituality of Fundraising,” Henri Nouwen reorients our approach to fundraising, reappraises the donor-fundraiser relationship, and reinforces my commitment to giving where I work.
The misuse of giving clubs does not negate their value. Here’s why they matter for you.
Quit throat-clearing and write confidently in your fundraising communications.
Amazon announced last week the end of its AmazonSmile program. While no nonprofit will suffer significantly, there is a downside to this decision.
Working alone, localism can mitigate some of the effects of larger root causes. In a thicker community, there would be fewer Cannells, because there would be more “preventative care.”
With a clear mission/vision distinction, you can articulate why your work—and the donor’s support—is more urgently needed as a result of this external factor.
When you are running a short fundraising campaign, it’s important to set a smart campaign goal. Here’s how to do that—and how to message it.
As a fundraiser, gratitude — both well-expressed and sincere — is one of the most important tools you have. It’s good for you and your donor.
What type of friendship is a donor relationship? Is it really “not about the money”?