Fundraiser Education

This new book includes a cool-looking USB drive that includes the 52 exhibits and 199 web links to which the book refers. And the book proceeds are going to charity...

Today, many years into my work career, I still depend on a visual to-do list that I can constantly review to keep me focused. I continually wonder if there is a better way to prioritize my work activities...

With more than 20 sessions scheduled over the course of the event, attendees can expect in-depth looks at various aspects of peer-to-peer fundraising Fridays from Sept. 10 to Oct. 8, starting at 9 a.m....

Mentorship is a two-way street. It should be a give-and-take process. Be both a mentee and mentor over time. Receive advice and guidance from those who have already been where you plan to go. Over time, be prepared to give your knowledge and experience to others by paying it forward...

In this episode of The NonProfit Voice Tech Series, Mark is joined by 10 industry experts that will provide a preview of Peer-to-Peer World, a five-day virtual event happening Fridays Sept. 10 through Oct. 8, including sneak peeks into select sessions that delve into practical tips and real-life examples for peer-to-peer campaigns in our changing world... 

I love fundraising book recommendations and, as you probably know by now, I love reading (and writing) fundraising books. So here is a review of the book "Green Green," published by Civil Sector Press, written by Canadian David Love, who has been raising funds for more than 51 years...

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At the onset of the coronavirus pandemic with business closures and sheltering in place across the country, nonprofit organizations scrambled to deal with their new reality, which included the uncertainty of fundraising, budget cuts and laid-off employees. Most nonprofits began to settle into a cautious routine with most asking, “What should we do next?”...

Think about your fundraising career. Did you take classes, learn from mentors, read books or attempt to gain experience on a trial-and-error basis? Specifically, when thinking about the solicitation process, you probably focused a great deal of energy on what to say and do before, during and after the actual ask process. I had to experiment and learn over time. One facet to the solicitation process that is most important is securing the first meeting. In my opinion, not enough emphasis, training and education is provided on this topic...

Many individuals in the field that aspire for leadership positions are basically on their own when understanding how to effectively lead. There is no one-size-fits-all manual for leadership. Leadership is sprinkled throughout every organization, regardless of size or functionality. If you have not studied the concept of leadership, how do you know what it is like in a nonprofit setting?...