
Now, when a donor gives me a check, I would typically not have looked at the amount in an effort to not appear crass. It's also great that she looked at the check before putting it away—it was for $500,000!
This true story was recently shared to me by a good friend who serves on the board of this organization.
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Jeff believes that successful fundraising is built on a bedrock of relevant, consistent messaging; sound practices; the nurturing of relationships; and impeccable stewardship. And that organizations that adhere to those standards serve as beacons to others that aspire to them. The Bedrocks & Beacons blog will provide strategic information to help nonprofits be both.
Jeff has more than 25 years of nonprofit leadership experience and is a member of the NonProfit PRO Editorial Advisory Board.