The Fundraiser Coach
JUNE 3, 2025
Welcome to my B.R.I.D.G.E. blog series, a six-part guide for building stronger, more sustainable donor relationships. Each post explores one part of the B.R.I.D.G.E. Framework , my connection-based approach to major gift fundraising. Here we are—Part 6 of the B.R.I.D.G.E. framework. You’ve built connection, established rapport, invited to action, deepened trust, and guided the conversation.
Clairification
JUNE 5, 2025
In 1984 Robert Cialdini wrote a groundbreaking book, Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion , outlining principles of influence that affect human behaviors. Today these principles have been well documented. Trail-blazing research added by behavioral scientists like Daniel Kahneman and Amos Tversky supports and expands on Cialdini’s principles. No matter how much technology advances, the triggers behind human behavior and decision making remain the same.
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Clairification
JUNE 2, 2025
Lets flip the script. This week, youre not the fundraiseryoure the donor. For five easy, eye-opening days, youll experience your organization the way your supporters do: what they see, how they feel, and what might be turning them off (or winning them over). Its a chance to spark fresh insights, fine-tune your approach, and build a more donor-centered experiencewithout adding anything major to your to-do list.
Pamela Grow
JUNE 2, 2025
In a sector often driven by quarterly fundraising goals, immediate needs, and the urgency of now, legacy giving can feel like a luxury. Something to get around to when everything else is done. Maybe next year. Maybe during National Make a Will Month. Maybe when theres room in the budget for FreeWill or a glossy brochure. But as recent insights from Maximizing Legacy Giving at a Time of Change by Tracy Malloy-Curtis highlight, that mindset is no longer sustainable.
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This prompt guide for ChatGPT contains 20+ tested ChatGPT prompts, along with tips on how to use this tool the best way. Nonprofits can engage with ChatGPT to brainstorm ideas, refine project plans, and craft compelling narratives for grant proposals.
Blackbaud
JUNE 4, 2025
Picture this: A nonprofit organization launches an ambitious new program, only to discover months later that inconsistent financial processes have led to overspending, duplicated payments, and critical delays. Now imagine an alternative scenario where every financial process is clearly documented, roles are well-defined, and checks and balances are in place for all your various financial responsibilities.
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Center for Effective Philanthropy
JUNE 3, 2025
The Center for Effective Philanthropys State of Nonprofits report is timely and insightful, and many of its findings are an important reality check. We are in a time of great […] The post Courage in Unity: A Funders Response to the State of Nonprofits appeared first on The Center for Effective Philanthropy.
NonProfit PRO
JUNE 2, 2025
Heres what upcoming postal rate hikes mean for your nonprofit and how you can keep your direct mail program both effective and affordable.
Ann Green's Nonprofit
JUNE 3, 2025
One of the most important aspects of communication (written and verbal) is to make sure your audience understands you. There are many reasons this doesnt happen. In nonprofit communication, organizations will overcomplicate things or use jargon and other language donors dont understand. Some people like to show off their large vocabulary or only think about things from their perspective.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JUNE 3, 2025
Philanthropy dominated by the wealthy and highly educated has become rigid in tone, exclusive in culture, and isolated from average Americans, says the outgoing CEO of the Gill Foundation. By Brad Clark Illustration: Elizabeth Haugh/The Chronicle of Philanthropy; Shutterstock. Philanthropy dominated by the wealthy and highly educated has become rigid in tone, exclusive in culture, and ineffective in tactics, says the outgoing CEO of the Gill Foundation.
GrantNews
JUNE 5, 2025
Grants are often seen as a golden opportunity – “free money” for individuals, small businesses, and nonprofits (with the average grant size varying greatly depending on the type of organization and the source of funding). But while the appeal is clear, the actual odds of securing a grant can be far less so. If you’re thinking about applying for a grant, you’re already on the right track!
CauseVox
JUNE 3, 2025
You know the feeling: juggling donor emails, tracking event RSVPs, trying to remember who gave what and when, all while prepping for your next big campaign. Sound familiar? Youre not alone. For nonprofit professionals, staying on top of fundraising often feels like spinning plates while walking a tightrope. But heres the good news: a CRM for nonprofits (Customer Relationship Management system) isnt just a digital rolodex, its a dynamic tool designed to help you build, nurture, and grow relations
Future Fundraising Now
JUNE 3, 2025
Want to improve your fundraising revenue? Boost average gift by a few dollars. It really adds up. Here are some simple, cost-free ways to encourage people to give just a bit more, from the Masterworks Blog, at 3 Behavioral Science Hacks That Lead to Bigger Gifts : Increase the Amount of the Lowest Ask. When we see numbers, those numbers become anchors — we gravitate toward them.
Blackbaud
JUNE 6, 2025
If you’re a fundraiser, this might sound familiar: An experienced development team at a mid-sized university foundation is doing everything right to hit their goals for prospect meetings. They have a well-researched prospect list and a personalized outreach plan. What’s the problem? They’re not getting that first one-on-one prospect meeting. Time and again, they find their meeting requests with prospects ignored or rejected.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JUNE 4, 2025
The Chronicle of Philanthropy survey reveals a sector at a crossroads, where organizations that can afford to modernize are pulling ahead, while those that can't fear being left behind. By Sara Herschander Matthew Laznicka for The Chronicle of Philanthropy The Chronicle of Philanthropy survey reveals a sector at a crossroads, where organizations that can afford to modernize are pulling ahead, while those that can't fear being left behind.
GrantNews
JUNE 4, 2025
For business owners and entrepreneurs eager to grow, innovate, or recover their businesses, the clock is ticking! Five important grant opportunities across diverse industries – including home services, transportation, environmental conservation, and restaurant relief – are closing soon! These 5 business grants provide essential financial support designed to help businesses overcome challenges, expand operations, and invest in new initiatives.
Grant Professionals Association
JUNE 3, 2025
Ghostwriting is one of the most common, yet least talked about, practices in grant writing, especially for consultants. Were often the ones shaping narratives, refining budgets, and crafting the compelling language that helps nonprofit organizations secure critical funding. But this behind-the-scenes role comes with big ethical responsibility: to support without overshadowing, and to write in a way that centers the clients voice, not our own.
Capital Campaign Pro
JUNE 2, 2025
Season 4, Episode 44 In this episode, Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt answer a key question: Do you need a feasibility study before launching a capital campaign? Their answer is a clear yesand they explain why skipping one can lead to poor decisions, missed opportunities, and campaign failure. If you’re thinking about a campaign, dont […] The post Podcast: Do You Really Need a Feasibility Study?
HSF House
JUNE 4, 2025
What Your Bodys Stiffness Can Say About Your Health Most people think of things like blood tests, X-rays, or heart monitors when they hear the word “diagnosis.” But believe it or not, there’s something much simpler that can help doctors figure out if something’s going wrong inside the body: how soft or firm your tissues are. Dev Sangha, Biological Sciences major Tissue stiffness might sound technical, but it’s just about how much your body “pushes back”
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JUNE 2, 2025
Nowadays groups of all sizes are pulling off multiyear drives. Heres what you need to know to succeed and how to get started. By Lisa Schohl Getty Images/iStockphoto Nowadays groups of all sizes are pulling off multiyear drives. Heres what you need to know to succeed and how to get started.
Blackbaud
JUNE 3, 2025
When it comes to employee satisfaction in the nonprofit sector, the writing is on the wallnonprofits have the highest turnover rates of any industry. However, this doesnt mean nonprofit employees arent passionate about their work. Instead, think back to that classic saying: People dont quit bad jobs; they quit bad bosses. At nonprofits, leadership is about more than providing simple guidance or planning fundraising strategies.
NonProfit PRO
JUNE 4, 2025
To learn the latest in peer-to-peer fundraising, listen to Cassandra Koprivetz, Natalie Stamer and Marcie Maxwell share their insights.
Future Fundraising Now
JUNE 4, 2025
Rideshare company Lyft has announced a new version of their app aimed at older adults. Its called Lyft Silver. The company says its about giving seniors “the gift of independence, without the weight of worry.” Whats different about it? Larger text, simpler menus, and the ability for riders to book vehicles that are easier to enter and exit.
Center for Effective Philanthropy
JUNE 5, 2025
Individualism. Competition. Risk aversion. Short-termism. Scarcity. Presumed expertise. Many of the norms by which philanthropy operates perpetuate the very narratives our sector seeks to change. In this series on the […] The post Solidarity Leadership: What If Philanthropy Encouraged Collaboration Rather Than Competition? appeared first on The Center for Effective Philanthropy.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JUNE 2, 2025
Software executive Larry Leinweber says he hopes his donation creates a new model for cross-institutional research collaboration in theoretical physics. By Maria Di Mento Leinweber Foundation Larry Leinweber, whose $90 million gift through his Leinweber Foundation will establish Leinweber Institutes for Theoretical Physics at four research universities, and launch the Leinweber Forum for Theoretical and Quantum Physics at the Institute for Advanced Study, in Princeton, N.J.
Blackbaud
JUNE 6, 2025
Managing your nonprofit’s finances is no small task, but there are four standardized financial statements that provide clear benchmarks to help you make decisions. Without them, it’s nearly impossible to assess your organization’s performance or plan for the future. Not only are they important for your audit, but they are also they are powerful tools that illuminate how your resources are being used and what adjustments can drive greater impact.
GrantNews
JUNE 6, 2025
Self-care isn’t selfish, it’s survival. To wit, self-care is actively caring for your own mental and physical health needs, something many of us forget to do in favor of putting others first. However, think of the flight attendant who reminds us to put on our oxygen mask before assisting others. She’s not wrong. Taking care of our own mental and physical health is the first step to showing up for your family, your community, and your mission.
NonProfit PRO
JUNE 6, 2025
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DoJiggy
JUNE 3, 2025
Looking for a fun, engaging way to raise money for your nonprofit, school, or youth sports team? Partnering with the New Mexico United soccer team could be the winning goal for your next fundraiser. This exciting program allows organizations to earn $5 for every ticket sold through a personalized fundraising website. Your supporters simply purchase discounted tickets to select New Mexico United home games, and your cause gets a check for tickets sold.
Capital Campaign Pro
JUNE 2, 2025
Queen Victoria famously said: We are not interested in the possibilities of defeat. They do not exist. I suggest that you take the same approach to your capital campaign. Once you recruit powerful volunteers to serve in leadership positions of your capital campaign, you have an obligation to make sure they succeed. The leaders and […] The post How to Eliminate the Possibility of Capital Campaign Failure appeared first on Capital Campaign Pro.
HSF House
JUNE 4, 2025
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