Ann Green's Nonprofit

JANUARY 20, 2025

Why does making a donation often feel like a transaction? Organizations get so caught up in the raising money part that they forget about building relationships with their donors. Giving Tuesday is the worst example of this, with Year End close behind. Generally, it happens way too often. Remember this Building relationships is just as important as raising money.

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The Fundraiser Coach

JANUARY 20, 2025

In the world of major gift fundraising, relationships ought to be at the heart of the work we do. As I noted in " Affinity Eats Capacity for Breakfast ," chasing dollars without alignment to donor values can lead to missed opportunities and eroded trust. With the pressure of ever rising revenue goals, lack of full staffing, or a focus on "getting the gift," some fundraisers fall into the trap of treating donors like transactions.

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CauseVox

JANUARY 20, 2025

Its officially 2025! We made it through 2024, and with it the final push for year-end donations. Now is the time to make sure that your organization has donor retention strategies in place to bring those year-end supporters with you into 2025. You might be asking why you need to put a ton of time and energy into bringing your donors back for a second donation.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 20, 2025

Martin Luther King Jr. dedicated his life to advancing social justice initiatives. As a result, he became a central figure in the American civil rights movement. Through nonviolent protests, speeches, and grassroots organizing, he led efforts to end racial segregation and secure equal rights for all. His leadership during pivotal events like the Montgomery Bus Boycott and the March on Washington helped inspire nationwide change, including the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

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Capital Campaign Pro

JANUARY 20, 2025

Season 4, Episode 24 In this episode, Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt dive into the often-overlooked power of curiosity in fundraising. They explore how understanding donors’ motivations and personal stories can transform your fundraising efforts and create authentic connections that inspire giving. Whether you’re in the quiet phase of a campaign or preparing for a […] The post Podcast: Curiosity and the Art of Fundraising: Building Genuine Donor Relationships appeared firs

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Capital Campaign Pro

JANUARY 20, 2025

If youre thinking about a capital campaign, its likely that youre considering hiring a campaign consultant. And its possible that someone on your leadership team or a board member believes a consultant from your community would offer an insider edge. But this isn’t necessarily the case 3 Myths About Local Capital Campaign Consultants In this […] The post Why a Local Capital Campaign Consultant is NOT a Magic Wand appeared first on Capital Campaign Pro.

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Future Fundraising Now

JANUARY 20, 2025

Everybody Writes: Your New and Improved Go-To Guide to Creating Ridiculously Good Content (2nd Edition) by Ann Handley Why is so much fundraising writing so bad? Not just fundraising writing, but writing almost everywhere. Crummy, lifeless, misdirected, confusing, hard to read. Just bad. Is it because we just need more professional writers on the job?

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Planned Giving

JANUARY 20, 2025

Establishing a trust fund might seem like a daunting task, but its a powerful way to ensure your loved ones are taken care of and your assets are managed according to your wishes. Whether you’re looking to provide for your children, support a cause, or manage your estate effectively, setting up a trust fund can offer peace of mind and financial security.

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re:Charity

JANUARY 20, 2025

Audition days are the gateway to your performing arts program. Each audition is a moment that not only determines a students future but also shapes the next generation of talent. The post How to Effectively Manage College Performing Arts Auditions appeared first on re: charity.

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Fundly

JANUARY 20, 2025

Whether youre raising money to fund a nonprofit initiative, support students at your school, or cover a personal expense, an online fundraiser can be an effective way to reach your goal. But first, you need to find the right fundraising website to support your campaign. Fundly and GoFundMe are some of the most popular choices for fundraising platforms around the world.

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