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Why high-achievers find fundraising hard

The Fundraising Coach

Fundraising exposes our ignorance. Fundraising is asking for help. Fundraising flies in the face of self-reliance. Fundraising forces us to look to others, inviting the community to help support the mission. Which is why fundraising is so hard for high-performers. Nobody is born a fundraiser. Lots of text.

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Unhelpful Management Practices: Navigating the Impact of Unchecked Mean Girl Dynamics

Blue Avocado

Unlike the stereotypes brought to life at North Shore High in the original 2004 movie, this was a weekly dose of treachery within the development department of a community-based nonprofit. I was also working on a vetted grant proposal, but I needed financials and the consultant’s final approval before the online submission.

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Where to Start Your Search for Silent Auction Items

Get Fully Funded

When you do it right, hosting a fundraising event that includes an auction brings many benefits. This is important to ensure you have the backing to reject any proposed gifts that may not suit your audience or cannot be featured in your auction. Happy procuring, and good luck with your fundraising efforts! Good for you!

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10 Steps to Turn Your Brilliant Idea into a Grant!

Sharpshooter Communications

Here are ten steps to help you focus your idea and start turning it into a winning grant proposal. In 2004, Austin, TX began a pilot program to create a pathway to independence for women. This proposed program will use that model. Never assume a grantor will share your vision. Or even understand it. You have to PROVE it to them!

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Newsletter: Partnership Newsletters: Your Questions Answered ; How to do Cause Marketing with Furniture Stores; Preparing for De Tocqueville’s Last Stand​ ⚔️

Selfish Giving

Tampa, Florida This reminds me of when I launched Selfish Giving in 2004. Fundraising Proposal Writer, American Humane Society , Washington D.C. Does a partnership newsletter need to be a team effort, or can an individual team member successfully publish their own? - You have until April 4th to apply here. Cool Jobs in Cause 1.