Claire Axelrad

Reframing philanthropy around donor values can transform short-term gifts into lasting relationships and sustainable fundraising.

Turn your nonprofit newsletter into a powerful fundraising tool with 26 field-tested donor engagement tips.

Year-end fundraising appeals work harder when paired with board engagement. Here’s how to unlock your trustees’ influence.

Empathy and creativity are the keys to raising more money. Learn how to build donor trust, boost fundraising results and more.

In the face of challenges, don’t hunker down. Tell your supporters — plain and simple — how they can help.

In response to uncertainty, organizations often react unwisely. Here’s how to reframe your philanthropy approach in such times.

Drawing from lessons learned in the for-profit world in 2024, these five questions can help your nonprofit improve philanthropy.

When donors make a year-end philanthropic gift, they feel joyful. Here’s how to encourage them to continue giving after year end.

Fundraisers rarely engage in balanced dialogues with donors. Instead, incorporate active listening into your major gift asks.

With reports of fewer donors and dollars, here are 10 strategies you can employ now to boost your fundraising success.