This old dog knows that there is much we can’t control as fundraisers — but having “Plan B” in place can save the day, or at least make it less devastating for our fundraising.
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4 Online Giving Best Practices From a Giving Tuesday Campaign
The University of Cincinnati Foundation nearly doubled the number of gifts it received this Giving Tuesday. Here are the four online giving best practices it gleaned from the campaign.
Read MoreSustaining Your Sustainers: Taking Your Monthly Giving Program to the Next Level
The key to success with monthly giving programs is stewardship. Building and maintaining strong relationships with monthly donors are essential.
Read MoreFundraisers, Don’t Ignore the Competition
There is too much competition for your donors’ attention and dollars to make fundraising a narcissistic exercise.
Read More3 Keys to Year-End Giving Success
The final months of the year are going to be big months for nonprofits; that’s a given. The main question is: How are you going to capitalize on the philanthropic spirit?
Read MoreSoliciting Major Gifts: It’s More Than Direct Marketing on Steroids
The best place to prospect for major donors is in your small- and middle-donor files. But turning them into major donors doesn’t happen overnight.
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